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Bills · HR 2179
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2179International Affairs
America First Equipment and Information Act
INTRO MAR 18· LAST ACTION MAR 18
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it establishes a clear and permanent legislative stance against providing military and intelligence support to Russia, which the bill identifies as a nation engaging in aggressive actions threatening U.S. national security. If passed, it would ensure that no U.S. military equipment, technology, or sensitive information could potentially be used against U.S. interests or allies, formalizing restrictions and potentially introducing new ones.
Without this bill, a future President might retain more flexibility to provide assistance, lift export controls, or share intelligence with Russia, which some might view as a risk to national security. Its enactment would signal a strong, lasting commitment to limiting military and intelligence interaction with Russia, which could influence international diplomacy and the strategic balance of power.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Prohibits the U.S. government from providing Foreign Military Financing and Foreign Military Sales to Russia.
This stops U.S. financial aid and direct government-to-government sales of military equipment to Russia.
PROVISION 02
Bars private U.S. companies from making Direct Commercial Sales of military items to Russia.
This prevents U.S. businesses from selling weapons or military technology directly to Russia.
PROVISION 03
Eliminates the President's authority to use emergency powers (drawdown authority) to send military assistance to Russia.
This restricts the executive branch's ability to provide military aid to Russia without specific Congressional approval.
PROVISION 04
Ensures Russia remains subject to strict U.S. export controls, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Department of Commerce controls, and prevents their removal.
This prevents the U.S. from easing rules that control the export of military and dual-use technologies to Russia.
PROVISION 05
Prohibits any sharing of information or intelligence with Russia.
This prevents the U.S. from sharing classified or sensitive data with Russia.
This bill matters because it establishes a clear and permanent legislative stance against providing military and intelligence support to Russia, which the bill identifies as a nation engaging in aggressive actions threatening U.S. national security. If passed, it would ensure that no U.S. military equipment, technology, or sensitive information could potentially be used against U.S. interests or allies, formalizing restrictions and potentially introducing new ones.
Without this bill, a future President might retain more flexibility to provide assistance, lift export controls, or share intelligence with Russia, which some might view as a risk to national security. Its enactment would signal a strong, lasting commitment to limiting military and intelligence interaction with Russia, which could influence international diplomacy and the strategic balance of power.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Prohibits the U.S. government from providing Foreign Military Financing and Foreign Military Sales to Russia.
This stops U.S. financial aid and direct government-to-government sales of military equipment to Russia.
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Bars private U.S. companies from making Direct Commercial Sales of military items to Russia.
This prevents U.S. businesses from selling weapons or military technology directly to Russia.
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Eliminates the President's authority to use emergency powers (drawdown authority) to send military assistance to Russia.
This restricts the executive branch's ability to provide military aid to Russia without specific Congressional approval.
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Ensures Russia remains subject to strict U.S. export controls, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Department of Commerce controls, and prevents their removal.
This prevents the U.S. from easing rules that control the export of military and dual-use technologies to Russia.
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Prohibits any sharing of information or intelligence with Russia.
This prevents the U.S. from sharing classified or sensitive data with Russia.
Beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act
Prohibitions on assistance and related actions become effective.
Annually
President must submit an annual report to Congress detailing compliance with the Act.
GLOSSARY
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Foreign Military Financing (FMF)
A U.S. government program that provides grants or loans to foreign countries, allowing them to purchase U.S. military equipment, services, and training.
Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
A U.S. government program through which foreign governments can buy U.S. defense articles and services directly from the U.S. government.
Direct Commercial Sales (DCS)
Sales of defense articles and services by U.S. companies directly to foreign governments or entities, which require specific approval (licenses) from the U.S. government.
Drawdown Authority
A power that allows the President to send U.S. military equipment and supplies from existing U.S. stocks to a foreign country in an emergency, without needing new specific funding from Congress.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
U.S. government rules that control the export and import of defense-related items and services listed on the U.S. Munitions List, requiring licenses for most transfers.
Export Controls
Government regulations that restrict the shipment of certain items, technologies, or software to foreign countries, typically for national security or foreign policy reasons.
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
MAR 18, 25
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
MAR 18, 25
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
An agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce responsible for regulating the export of 'dual-use' items, which are goods and technologies that have both commercial and military applications.
