Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 25

Overview

Senate Joint Resolution 25 is a joint resolution that would provide for congressional disapproval of a proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.

Key Provisions

The resolution would:

• Disapprove of the proposed sale of the following defense articles and services to Israel:

  • 25 F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft
  • 50 AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (JASSM)
  • Maintenance and sustainment support

• Prohibit the President from proceeding with the proposed sale if the resolution is enacted.

Procedural Details

• The resolution was introduced in the Senate on February 25, 2025.
• It has a companion resolution (HJRES 68) that was introduced in the House.
• If passed by both chambers of Congress, the resolution would require the President's signature to take effect and block the proposed arms sale.

Potential Impact

• The proposed arms sale to Israel, if approved, would provide additional advanced fighter aircraft and long-range air-to-surface missiles to the Israeli military.
• By passing this joint resolution, Congress would exercise its authority to review and potentially block major foreign military sales, as outlined in the Arms Export Control Act.
• The resolution's passage could impact U.S.-Israel defense cooperation and arms transfers, as well as the broader geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East region.