Bill > HR4413

This bill seeks to end the U.S. policy of denying exports, re-exports, or transfers of defense articles and services to the Republic of Cyprus. The legislation would allow the U.S. to provide military equipment to Cyprus, which the bill argues would reduce Cyprus's dependence on other countries and advance U.S. security interests in Europe. The bill requires that export requests be made by the Cypriot government and intended for government use, with an exception for denials based on credible human rights concerns. The President retains the ability to waive these provisions for one fiscal year if national security requires it. Additionally, the bill includes a mechanism for potential termination of these export allowances after five years if Cyprus stops cooperating with U.S. anti-money laundering efforts or continues to provide port access to Russian military vessels. The bill also emphasizes U.S. support for United Nations-facilitated efforts to resolve Cyprus's division and promotes closer military cooperation between the U.S. and Cyprus, including potential participation in NATO's Partnership for Peace program. This legislation builds upon the Eastern Mediterranean Security and Energy Partnership Act of 2019 and aims to strengthen the strategic partnership between the United States and the Republic of Cyprus.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4413/all-info