Search Results: keywords:"presidential drawdown authority"

  • H. R. 9955 — To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to modify the Presidential drawdown authority, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,810

    H.R. 9955, also known as the "Safeguarding Our Stockpiles Act," aims to modify the Presidential drawdown authority under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. The bill proposes to limit the President's ability to direct defense articles, services, and military training only...

    Simple Explanation

    The "Safeguarding Our Stockpiles Act" wants to make sure the President can only send military help when there's a big surprise problem, but they have to tell Congress quickly and can't send more than $100 million worth of help each year unless Congress says it’s okay.

  • S. 5211 — To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to modify the Presidential drawdown authority, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,776

    S. 5211, known as the “Safeguarding Our Stockpiles Act,” aims to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to change how the President can use military resources in emergencies. The bill requires the President to report to Congress when directing the drawdown of defense...

    Simple Explanation

    This bill is like a new rule that says the President has to ask special permission from Congress to use a lot of military resources or money to help other countries during emergencies, and only for a short time unless Congress agrees.

  • H. R. 9501 — To promote peace, stability, and recovery in Ukraine, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:4,736

    H.R. 9501, known as the "Stand with Ukraine Act of 2024," aims to support Ukraine's defense and recovery amid ongoing tensions with Russia. The bill outlines policies to enhance Ukraine’s military capabilities, increase defense cooperation, and streamline military sales and...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 9501 is a plan by the U.S. to help Ukraine be safe and strong by sharing military tools and games, helping fix what’s broken, and stopping any fake news about Ukraine.