Bill > HR1243

This bill establishes a mechanism to restrict United States foreign assistance to countries that frequently vote against U.S. positions in the United Nations. Specifically, the bill prohibits providing U.S. assistance to any country that votes in alignment with the United States less than 50% of the time during the most recent UN General Assembly session, with special considerations for UN Security Council members whose votes are also evaluated. The Secretary of State can provide an exemption to this prohibition if there has been a fundamental change in a country's government leadership and policies that would likely result in more favorable voting alignment. The bill defines "United States assistance" broadly, including economic support funds, international military education and training, foreign military financing, and other monetary or physical aid. Countries seeking an exemption must be notified to Congress, and the exemption is temporary, lasting only until the next congressional report on UN voting records. The act would take effect upon the submission of the required UN voting comparison report by March 31, 2026, providing a clear timeline for implementation and giving countries advance notice of potential aid restrictions based on their UN voting patterns.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1243/all-info