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Israel Security Assistance Support Act: Expediting Defense Deliveries

This Act mandates the immediate resumption and acceleration of U.S. defense articles and services deliveries to Israel, following a reported pause by the executive branch. For U.S. citizens, this means that congressionally appropriated funds for Israeli security assistance must be utilized as intended, reinforcing the legislative branch's oversight role in foreign policy. The law also imposes financial restrictions on key administrative offices if the previously withheld deliveries are not completed within 15 days.
Key points
Mandatory Prompt Delivery: All defense articles and services for Israel that were previously withheld must be delivered within 15 days of the Act's enactment.
Prohibition on Withholding Aid: The Act explicitly prohibits using Department of Defense or Department of State funds to halt, reverse, or cancel defense deliveries to Israel.
Administrative Fund Freeze: Unobligated funds for the offices of the Secretary of Defense, Secretary of State, and the National Security Council will be frozen until the required deliveries are certified as complete.
Increased Reporting: Requires the Department of Defense and State Department to submit monthly reports to Congress detailing all security assistance provided to Israel since October 7, 2023.
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Print number: 118_S_4337
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2024-05-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Israel Security Assistance Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4337.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory Prompt Delivery: All defense articles and services for Israel that were previously withheld must be delivered within 15 days of the Act's enactment.
  • Prohibition on Withholding Aid: The Act explicitly prohibits using Department of Defense or Department of State funds to halt, reverse, or cancel defense deliveries to Israel.
  • Administrative Fund Freeze: Unobligated funds for the offices of the Secretary of Defense, Secretary of State, and the National Security Council will be frozen until the required deliveries are certified as complete.
  • Increased Reporting: Requires the Department of Defense and State Department to submit monthly reports to Congress detailing all security assistance provided to Israel since October 7, 2023.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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