Summary of SJRES 22

Bill Overview

Bill Number: SJRES 22

Title: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.

Status: Introduced in Senate

Introduced Date: February 20, 2025

Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

SJRES 22 aims to formally disapprove a proposed foreign military sale to Israel, specifically targeting the sale of defense articles and services as outlined in Transmittal No. 24–104. This resolution reflects congressional oversight and concerns regarding military sales and their implications for U.S. foreign policy and regional stability.

Key Provisions

The resolution prohibits the sale of the following items to Israel:
- Defense Articles:
- AGM–114 Hellfire Air-to-Ground Missiles: A total of 3,000 missiles, including various variants (R3, F, F/A, K1, K1A, K2, K3, K3A, KA, N, N3, and R).

• Non-MDE (Major Defense Equipment) Items:
  • Support and test equipment
  • Integration and test support
  • Spare and repair parts
  • Software delivery and support
  • Publications and technical documentation
  • Personnel training and training equipment
  • U.S. Government and contractor engineering
  • Technical and logistics support services
  • Storage and other related elements of logistics and program support

Affected Parties

The primary parties affected by this resolution include:
- Israel: The proposed military sale would be halted, impacting its defense capabilities.
- U.S. Defense Contractors: Companies involved in the production and supply of the listed defense articles and services may face financial implications due to the disapproval of the sale.
- U.S. Government: The resolution reflects the legislative branch's role in overseeing foreign military sales, potentially influencing future sales and diplomatic relations.

Legislative Actions

• February 20, 2025: The resolution was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations for further consideration.

Sponsors

• Primary Sponsor: Senator Bernie Sanders

Related Legislation

• HJRES 71: A companion resolution that addresses similar concerns regarding military sales to Israel.

Conclusion

SJRES 22 represents a significant legislative action aimed at curbing a specific military sale to Israel. By disapproving this sale, Congress seeks to assert its authority over foreign military transactions and address broader implications for U.S. foreign policy in the region. The resolution is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.