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Congressional Oversight on Arms Sales to Israel: Limiting Presidential Delays

This bill requires the President to notify Congress and undergo a mandatory review period before pausing or delaying the delivery of US defense articles to Israel. The goal is to prevent the Executive Branch from using military aid shipments as a tool for political pressure. For citizens, this shifts significant foreign policy control over a key ally from the President to the Legislative Branch.
Key points
The President must give Congress at least 15 days' notice before stopping or delaying arms shipments to Israel.
Congress gains the power to block the President's decision through a joint resolution of disapproval.
The law aims to ensure continuous and uninterrupted military support for Israel, upholding prior commitments.
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Print number: 118_S_4537
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Process start date: 2024-06-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Maintaining Our Ironclad Commitment to Israel’s Security Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4537.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-06-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President must give Congress at least 15 days' notice before stopping or delaying arms shipments to Israel.
  • Congress gains the power to block the President's decision through a joint resolution of disapproval.
  • The law aims to ensure continuous and uninterrupted military support for Israel, upholding prior commitments.
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. Risch, James E. [R-ID].

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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