H.R.2059

To prohibit the issuance of licenses for the exportation of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates, and for other purposes.

Introduced·3/11/25

Federal HB2059 prohibits the export of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates until the President certifies they are not supporting.

Federal HB2059 prohibits the President from issuing licenses for the export of specific defense articles to the United Arab Emirates until the President certifies to Congress that the UAE is not providing material support to the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan. The bill defines "covered defense articles" as those listed under Categories I through XVIII of the United States Munitions List. This measure aims to ensure that U.S. defense exports do not contribute to ongoing conflicts in the region.

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History

Mar 11, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Mar 11, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.