I suggested that all three acts should, one-at-a-time, each be voted FOR/AGAINST, so that we would see who voted for which, instead of the whole package of three acts combined.
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THE ISRAEL SECURITY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2024 [Also PDF]
The bill totals $26.38 billion to support Israel in its effort to defend itself against Iran and its proxies, and to reimburse U.S. military operations in response to recent attacks.
- $4 billion to replenish Iron Dome and David’s Sling missile defense systems.
- $1.2 billion for the Iron Beam defense system to counter short-range rockets and mortar threats.
- $3.5 billion for the procurement of advanced weapons systems, defense articles, and defense services through the Foreign Military Financing Program.
- $1 billion to enhance the production and development of artillery and critical munitions.
- $4.4 billion to replenish defense articles and defense services provided to Israel.
- $2.4 billion for current U.S. military operations in the region in response to recent attacks.
- Provides additional flexibility for transfers of defense articles to Israel from U.S. stockpiles held abroad.
- Prohibits funds to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA).
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THE UKRAINE SECURITY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2024 [Also PDF]
The bill totals $60.84 billion to address the conflict in Ukraine and assist our regional partners as they counter Russia, $23.2 billion of which will be used for replenishment of U.S. weapons, stocks, and facilities.
- $23.2 billion to replenish defense articles and defense services provided to Ukraine.
- $11.3 billion for current U.S. military operations in the region.
- $13.8 billion for the procurement of advanced weapons systems, defense articles, and defense services.
- $26 million to continue oversight and accountability of aid and equipment provided to Ukraine.
- Bolsters oversight through in-person monitoring requirements.
- Requires partners and allies to pay their fair share through cost-matching requirements.
- Mandates agreement on repayment for economic support by the government of Ukraine.
- Increases the fiscal limits on several Presidential drawdown authorities.
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THE INDO-PACIFIC SECURITY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2024 [Also PDF]
The bill totals $8.12 billion to continue efforts to counter communist China and ensure a strong deterrence in the region.
- $3.3 billion to develop submarine infrastructure, including investments in dry dock construction.
- $2 billion in Foreign Military Financing Program for Taiwan and other key allies and security partners in the Indo-Pacific confronting Chinese aggression.
- $1.9 billion to replenish defense articles and defense services provided to Taiwan and regional partners.
- $542 million to strengthen U.S. military capabilities in the region.
- $133 million to enhance the production and development of artillery and critical munitions.
- Provides additional flexibility for Foreign Military Financing loans and loan guarantees.
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