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Streamlining Congressional Power to Block Foreign Arms Sales.

This law modifies the internal rules of the House of Representatives to speed up and simplify the process of voting on resolutions that block major proposed US arms sales to foreign nations. This grants Congress a quicker and more effective way to exercise oversight over the Executive Branch's foreign military export policy. The changes enhance legislative control over decisions impacting national and international security.
Key points
Simplified Procedures: The House can force a quicker vote on blocking an arms sale, even if the relevant committee delays action.
Limited Debate: Debate time on a resolution to block a sale is strictly limited to 10 hours, and amendments are prohibited.
Increased Congressional Oversight: The changes strengthen Congress's ability to quickly respond to and potentially veto administration decisions regarding arms exports.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6405
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Arms Sale Oversight Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6405.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Simplified Procedures: The House can force a quicker vote on blocking an arms sale, even if the relevant committee delays action.
  • Limited Debate: Debate time on a resolution to block a sale is strictly limited to 10 hours, and amendments are prohibited.
  • Increased Congressional Oversight: The changes strengthen Congress's ability to quickly respond to and potentially veto administration decisions regarding arms exports.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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