Bill
Bill > SRes244
US SRes244
US SRes244A resolution affirming that the underlying purpose of the Foreign Emoluments Clause renders the acceptance and transfer of a plane from the government of Qatar, without the explicit consent of Congress, an illegal emolument, withholding the consent of the Senate to the acceptance and transfer of plane from the government of Qatar, and demanding the transfer of any plane received by President Donald J. Trump or entities under his control from the government of Qatar to the permanent control of th
summary
Introduced
05/21/2025
05/21/2025
In Committee
05/21/2025
05/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A resolution affirming that the underlying purpose of the Foreign Emoluments Clause renders the acceptance and transfer of a plane from the government of Qatar, without the explicit consent of Congress, an illegal emolument, withholding the consent of the Senate to the acceptance and transfer of plane from the government of Qatar, and demanding the transfer of any plane received by President Donald J. Trump or entities under his control from the government of Qatar to the permanent control of the United States Government.
AI Summary
This resolution addresses a potential gift of a Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet from Qatar to President Donald J. Trump, highlighting significant constitutional and national security concerns. The resolution affirms that accepting this plane without Congressional consent would violate the Foreign Emoluments Clause, a constitutional provision designed to prevent foreign governments from unduly influencing U.S. officials. The plane, valued at approximately $400 million, raises multiple issues including potential counterintelligence risks, such as the possibility of hidden listening devices, and the extensive and costly process of retrofitting the aircraft for presidential use. The Senate resolves to withhold consent for the plane's acceptance, citing unacceptable potential costs to taxpayers and grave national security risks. Furthermore, the resolution demands that any plane received from Qatar be transferred to permanent U.S. Government control, emphasizing the constitutional requirement that the President cannot accept gifts from foreign governments without Congressional approval. The underlying intent is to preserve the integrity of public office and prevent potential foreign influence on U.S. presidential decision-making.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S3065-3066) (on 05/21/2025)
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/244/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/sres244/BILLS-119sres244is.pdf |
Loading...