Sen. Sanders Introduces Resolution to Block Sale of 12,000 Bombs to Israel
If the resolution were to pass, it would not directly change the day-to-day duties of most active-duty service members. However, military personnel involved in logistics, training, and support related to Israeli defense cooperation could see changes in their assignments and mission planning if this sale is blocked.
“U.S. Government and contractor engineering, logistics, and technical support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support.”
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 36 - 63. Record Vote Number: 81. (consideration: CR S1779)
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act of 1976).
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
On the Motion to Discharge
Sen. Bernie Sanders filed three Joint Resolutions of Disapproval to halt the transfer of over 20,000 bombs to Israel. The package includes 12,000 1,000-pound bombs, 10,000 500-pound bombs, and 5,000 small-diameter bombs, totaling $658.8 million in weaponry approved under emergency authority.
As the House debates War Powers Resolutions to end hostilities in Iran, Sen. Bernie Sanders has introduced a Joint Resolution of Disapproval targeting three specific arms sales to Israel, including 12,000 1,000-pound bombs, forcing a Senate vote on the continued supply of offensive munitions.
Sen. Bernie Sanders, joined by Sens. Van Hollen, Merkley, and Welch, introduced resolutions to block $658 million in weapons sales. Sanders stated that providing 22,000 new bombs to the Netanyahu government amid the destruction in Gaza, Iran, and Lebanon is the 'last thing' taxpayers should do.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
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