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US SJR53
Joint Resolution
Status
5/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Murphy
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AI Summary
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Prohibits a proposed foreign military sale to Qatar described in Transmittal No. 25-16, submitted to Congress on March 26, 2025 under the Arms Export Control Act
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Blocks the sale of 8 MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft (drones) along with associated weapons including 110 AGM-114R2 Hellfire II missiles, 300 BLU-111 500-lb bombs, and 200 JDAM tail kits
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Prevents transfer of advanced sensors and intelligence equipment including Lynx synthetic aperture radars, communications intelligence sensor suites, and electro-optical/infrared targeting systems
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Halts associated support services including ground control stations, spare parts, personnel training, engineering support, and logistics services
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Introduced May 15, 2025 by Senator Murphy with cosponsors Kaine, Sanders, Van Hollen, and Schatz; referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations
Legislative Description
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Qatar of certain defense articles and services.
International affairs
Last Action
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 39 - 56. Record Vote Number: 306.
6/11/2025