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US HR8259

Arms Exports Delivery Solutions Act


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Introduced
07/01/2022
In Committee
07/28/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To track arms transfers of United States-origin defense arti- cles throughout the lifetime of the transaction, identify solutions to address delivery time lags, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Arms Exports Delivery Solutions Act, aims to track the transfer of U.S.-origin defense articles throughout their lifetime and identify solutions to address delivery time lags. The key provisions include: (1) a sense of Congress that prioritizing the defense needs of U.S. allies and partners, particularly Taiwan, is a national security priority; (2) a requirement for the Secretaries of State and Defense to jointly submit annual reports on approved transfers of defense articles and services valued at $25 million or more to Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand, including details on delivery timelines, reasons for delays, and potential interim capability solutions; and (3) a directive to the U.S. government to expedite deliveries of defense articles to Taiwan and explore options to provide interim capabilities.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. (on 07/28/2022)

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