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HR 7645

Ceasefire Compliance Act of 2026

119th Congress Introduced by Yassamin Ansari and 41 co-sponsors

The bill ties U.S.-origin defense sales to Israel’s compliance with a Gaza ceasefire and 20-point plan, restricting use in West Bank/Gaza until conditions are met.

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Bill Summary · HR 7645

Summary of HR 7645 — Ceasefire Compliance Act of 2026

Jurisdiction: United States | Session: 119th Congress | Introduced: February 23, 2026

1) Purpose and Intent

  • The bill seeks to constrain the use of United States-origin defense articles in the West Bank and Gaza by tying such use to a defined set of conditions related to Israel’s compliance with a ceasefire framework and a broader 20-point plan.
  • It aims to reinforce U.S. policy objectives following the October 10, 2025 ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, and to promote a pathway toward a two-state solution and sustainable security for Israelis and Palestinians.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

A. Findings and Policy (Section 2)

  • Reiterates U.S. responses to the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack and subsequent ceasefire negotiations.
  • Emphasizes humanitarian relief, the pursuit of a credible Palestinian governance alternative to Hamas, and support for regional peace and a two-state framework.
  • Affirms that U.S.-origin defense articles must be used in compliance with U.S. law and aligned with the 20-point Gaza plan and ceasefire.

B. Rule of Construction (Section 3)

  • Allows for activities the U.S. deems necessary for defense, intelligence sharing, and legitimate defensive measures by Israel and partners, including missile defense systems (e.g., Iron Dome, David’s Sling, Arrow series).

C. Prohibition on Sale/Export/Transfer of U.S.-Origin Defense Articles (Section 4)

  • Requires a quarterly-to-triennial certification process by the State Department, in coordination with Defense and DNI, to determine:
    • Whether Israel is complying with the October 10, 2025 ceasefire.
    • Commitment to the 20-point plan and humanitarian access.
    • Unimpeded humanitarian aid and safe passage for aid workers.
    • No forced civilian displacement; freedom of movement for those leaving/returning Gaza.
    • No permanent occupation or annexation of Gaza.
    • Cessation of Israeli military operations and withdrawal to agreed lines; support for transitional governance in Gaza and PA reforms.
    • Cooperation for a temporary Transitional Government in Gaza and for a stabilizing international force.
    • No de facto or de jure annexation in the West Bank; enforcement against settler violence.
  • If Israel is found non-compliant with any of these conditions, U.S. authorities must:
    • Prohibit sale/export/transfer of U.S.-origin defense articles to Israel for use in West Bank or Gaza.
    • Limit future Israel-sourced defense sales to arrangements that preclude West Bank/Gaza use.
    • Require preexisting U.S.-supplied articles to be prohibited from use in those areas until compliance is achieved.
  • A waiver provision allows the President to authorize a specific sale despite non-compliance if national security requires, with advance notification to key House/Senate committees and a detailed justification.

D. End Use Monitoring Group (Section 5)

  • Establishes an End-Use Monitoring Group to track whether U.S.-origin defense articles are used in the West Bank or Gaza.
  • Requires a congressional report every 60 days on Israel’s use of U.S.-origin defense articles.
  • If misuse is detected, a prohibition on further U.S.-origin defense transfers to Israel is triggered, subject to a presidential waiver (as described above).

E. Legislative Oversight (Section 5)

  • Defines the “appropriate committees of Congress” for reporting and oversight.

F. Construction and Related Provisions (Section 6)

  • Limits funding or support associated with the Board of Peace and related frameworks, ensuring they do not authorize new administrative expenses or override UN authority.
  • Preserves humanitarian and stabilization assistance for Gaza, as allowed by law.

G. Sunset and Termination (Section 7)

  • The authorities in the Act terminate five years after enactment.

3) Who/What Would Be Affected

  • U.S. Government: The State Department, Department of Defense, and Director of National Intelligence would coordinate reporting, verification, and enforcement actions.
  • Israel: If non-compliant with the outlined conditions, Israel would face prohibitions on the sale/transfer of U.S.-origin defense articles for use in the West Bank or Gaza; potential waivers require justification and notification.
  • Gaza/West Bank: The Bill directly targets the use of U.S.-origin defense articles in these areas and emphasizes humanitarian access, governance arrangements, and security stabilization processes.
  • Palestinian Governance: Encourages the establishment of a technocratic transitional government and a pathway to a reformed Palestinian Authority, in line with the 20-point plan.
  • Congress: Extensive oversight and reporting requirements; 60-day-and-90-day reporting cycles; interagency certification processes.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Certification Process: Required within 30 days of enactment and every 90 days thereafter. Certifications assess Israel’s compliance with subsections (A)-(J) of Section 4(a)(1).
  • End Use Monitoring Reports: Ongoing every 60 days while prohibitions in Section 4(d) are in effect.
  • Prohibitions and Waivers: Prohibitions take effect upon non-compliance certification; waivers may be granted by the President with specified disclosure to Congress.
  • Sunset: Full authorities expire five years after enactment, unless renewed or amended.
  • Agencies Involved: State, Defense, and DNI coordinates with Congress (House Foreign Affairs, House Armed Services, House Appropriations, House Intelligence; Senate Foreign Relations, Senate Armed Services, Senate Appropriations, Senate Select Committee on Intelligence).

Note: This summary focuses on the bill’s substantive elements, statutory triggers, and potential impacts. It does not constitute legal interpretation or predict legislative fate.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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