HR 8494
Guaranteeing Israel’s QME Act of 2020
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Bill overview
This bill, the Guaranteeing Israel’s QME Act of 2020, aims to strengthen the U.S. commitment to ensuring that the sale or export of defense equipment to countries in the Middle East does not negatively impact Israel’s military capabilities. It requires the President to consult with Israeli officials before making decisions about defense sales and to provide Congress with an initial assessment of how fulfilling defense requests might affect Israel’s ‘qualitative military edge.’ The bill underscores the importance of maintaining a strong strategic partnership with Israel and reflects ongoing efforts to safeguard Israel’s security.
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David J. Trone
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