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US SB2018
Bill
AI Summary
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Extends the waiver period for U.S. arms embargo restrictions on Cyprus from one fiscal year to five fiscal years under the Eastern Mediterranean Security and Energy Partnership Act of 2019
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Amends Section 1250A(d)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 to similarly extend the waiver duration from one to five fiscal years
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Allows the transfer of defense articles on the United States Munitions List to the Republic of Cyprus for longer periods without requiring annual waiver renewals
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Introduced by Senator Booker (D-NJ) and Senator Moran (R-KS) on June 10, 2025, with bipartisan support
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Reported out of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on October 30, 2025 with an amendment (original version proposed three-year waivers; amended version extends to five years)
Legislative Description
A bill to modify certain limitations and exclusions regarding defense articles and requirements regarding security assistance and sales with respect to the Republic of Cyprus.
International affairs
Last Action
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 234.
10/30/2025