Senate Joint Resolution 68
115th Congress(2017-2018)
A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of the proposed export to the Government of Egypt of certain defense articles and services.
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Nov 29, 2018
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Joint Resolution
Joint Resolution
A form of legislative measure used to propose changes in law, or to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.J.Res. or S.J.Res. Concurrent resolutions and simple resolutions are other types of resolutions. Bill is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
68
Congress
115
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
This joint resolution prohibits the proposed sale of various weapons, ammunition, and related support services to the government of Egypt, as described in Transmittal No. 18-47 sent to Congress on November 28, 2018.
November 29, 2018
11/29/2018
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
11/29/2018
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:40:53 PM