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SJRES 32119th CongressIntroduced
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
Introduced: Oct 29, 2025
Defense & National Security
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This joint resolution introduced by Senator Sanders seeks congressional disapproval of a specific U.S. foreign military sale to Israel involving Caterpillar bulldozers and associated defense articles under Transmittal No. 24-38, aiming to prohibit delivery of D9R/D9T models and related logistics support per the Arms Export Control Act.
Key Points
- 1The resolution specifically targets disapproval of Transmittal No. 24-38 for Israel's purchase of military bulldozers and comprehensive support services published in the Congressional Record on March 3, 2025.
- 2It invokes Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act to block delivery of defense articles including spare parts, technical documentation, and contractor support services.
- 3If enacted, this would legally prohibit the U.S. government from facilitating the sale of specified military equipment to Israel despite executive branch approval.
Impact Areas
U.S. Department of State arms export control proceduresIsrael's military engineering capabilities and equipment supply chainAmerican defense contractors like Caterpillar Corporation
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