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S.J.Res. 54 · 119th Congress

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates of certain defense articles and services.

IntroducedInternational Affairs
IntroducedMay 15, 2025
Passed SenateNot yet
Passed HouseNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Jun 11, 2025: Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 39 - 56. Record Vote Number: 307.

What it does

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This joint resolution prohibits a proposed foreign military sale of certain defense articles and services to the United Arab Emirates.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in Senate, May 15, 2025).

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What has happened

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  1. May 15, 2025Introduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Jun 11, 2025 · SenateMotion to Discharge Rejected 39–56
    On the Motion to Discharge · needed a majority
    R 0 yes, 51 noI 2 yes, 0 noD 37 yes, 5 noEach member · Record

Cosponsors

  • Mazie K. Hirono D-HI
  • Tim Kaine D-VA
  • Jeff Merkley D-OR
  • Bernard Sanders I-VT
  • Brian Schatz D-HI
  • Chris Van Hollen D-MD