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

United States119th CongressSJRES-53Senate
Updated: Jun 11, 2025

Summary

This joint resolution, introduced in the Senate, seeks to exercise congressional authority to disapprove a proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Qatar. It explicitly prohibits the transfer of a comprehensive package of defense articles and services detailed in Transmittal No. 25-16, which was submitted to Congress under the Arms Export Control Act. The prohibited sale includes significant Major Defense Equipment such as eight MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft, 110 AGM-114R2 Hellfire II missiles, and various bomb components and guidance kits. Additionally, the resolution blocks the transfer of non-MDE items like advanced radar systems, communication intelligence sensor suites, secure communication devices, and extensive support services including training, logistics, and engineering assistance.

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Timeline

  1. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

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  2. Introduced in Senate

  3. Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to Section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act).

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  4. Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 39 - 56. Record Vote Number: 306.

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