Bill114th CongressFiled Jun 22, 2016International Affairs
S.Res. 508
A resolution expressing support for the expeditious consideration and finalization of a new, robust, and long-term Memorandum of Understanding on military assistance to Israel between the United States Government and the Government of Israel.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jun 22, 2016)
Reaffirms:
- that Israel is a major U.S. strategic partner,
- that it is U.S. policy and law to ensure that Israel maintains its qualitative military edge and self-defense capacity, and
- support of an Israeli tiered missile defense program.
Urges finalization of a new Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Israel.
Supports a long-term Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Israel that increases the amount of aid from previous agreements and enhances Israel's military capabilities.
What just happenedJun 22, 2016
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4473-4474)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL](R-FL)Sponsor
22 cosponsors9 D13 R
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- Introduced in SenateJun 22, 2016
- Jun 22, 2016IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4473-4474)
Foreign Relations Committee - Jun 22, 2016IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate