Conrad

Hi all

Going to step down from this given some opinions of members of the caucus.

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Name: Michael Allen

Media/Outlet: FOX News

Reason: Aid Bill

1. “We must ensure aid for Ukraine's defense against aggression, but it's also crucial for them to begin receiving aid with a responsible repayment plan agreed or use of the lend-lease so that American taxpayers are not perpetually financing a war. Our assistance should foster self-reliance and fiscal accountability.”

2. “By structuring aid to Ukraine with a repayment mechanism, we encourage fiscal responsibility while demonstrating solidarity in their fight for sovereignty and democracy. Its time for Democrats to get on board and realise that we cant fund this fight forever.”

3. “Senate Democrats are being completely irresponsible by refusing to pass aid for Israel without delay. Israel remains a beacon of stability in a volatile region and that is why we need to show our resolve by passing the Securing Israel Act.”

4. “Supporting both Israel and Ukraine isn't just about monetary aid, it's about upholding global stability, promoting democracy and securing our national interests. We all want to support both nations but we need to work out a responsible way of doing that.”

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Allen demands accountability in Ukraine Aid

Washington DC - Senator Allen has been steadfast in demanding accountability regarding the allocation and usage of aid provided to Ukraine, while demanding that the Senate immediately pass aid for Israel.

"Ensuring transparency and accountability in the allocation of aid to Ukraine is not just a fiscal responsibility but a strategic necessity for our nation. We cannot continue to sink billions of dollars into Ukraine when the situation is stagnant, its as simple as that.

I have advocated for the extension of the Ukraine Lend Lease Act so that President Biden may loan or or lend military equipment to Ukraine. This will allow Ukraine to avail of American military stockpiles at their own expense while American taxpayer dollars are not being squandered abroad. Its time for the Democrats to see reason and pass an extension to the lend lease act while also supporting Israel in their fight against Hamas."

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Madam President

I move to add the following section and renumber accordingly.

“Section X. Ukraine Lend Lease Extension

(a) PUBLIC LAW 117–118 is extended through to the end of fiscal year 2025.”

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I accept

I nominate myself

Madam President,

The time has come that we sound the alarm bells regarding the proposed surge in aid to Ukraine. Our nation cannot afford to blindly pour their tax dollars into a bottomless pit without stringent accountability, that much is clear. American taxpayers deserve better. They deserve to know where their hard-earned dollars are going. They deserve transparency. They deserve accountability. Its not a question of turning a blind eye to the plight of Ukraine in their struggle against Russia, but of ensuring that our generosity is coupled with responsibility.

We cannot ignore the critical need for accountability in the distribution and utilization of aid in the region, specifically for Ukraine. We have appropriated around $75bn dollars and it has resulted in a stagnant situation, with the Ukrainian government seemingly asking for more, more and more. The time has come that we ask the questions: where is our money going?

The majority leader must compromise and immediately pass aid for our ally Israel in this trying time. I therefore move to amend by striking the following:

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SEC.2. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE.

(1) For an additional amount for “Operation and Maintenance, Defense-Wide”, $3,500,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2025, to respond to the attacks in Israel and $1,500,000,000 in additional appropriations for the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative: Provided, That such amounts may be transferred to accounts under the headings “Operation and Maintenance” and “Procurement” for replacement of defense articles from the stocks of the Department of Defense, and for reimbursement for defense services of the Department of Defense and military education and training: Provided further, That funds transferred pursuant to the previous proviso shall be merged with and available for the same purposes and for the same time period as the appropriations to which the funds are transferred: Provided further, That the Secretary of Defense shall notify the congressional defense committees of the details of such transfers not less than 15 days before any such transfer: Provided further, That upon a determination that all or part of the funds transferred from this appropriation are not necessary for the purposes provided under this heading, such amounts may be transferred back and merged with this appropriation: Provided further, That any transfer authority provided under this heading is in addition to any other transfer authority provided by law: Provided further, That such amount is designated by the Congress as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as amended.

 

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Missile Procurement, Army

(1) For an additional amount for ‘‘Missile Procurement, Army’’, $350,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2026, to respond to the situation in Ukraine and for related expenses.

Procurement of Weapons and Tracked Combat Vehicles, Army

(2) For an additional amount for ‘‘Procurement of Weapons and Tracked Combat Vehicles, Army’’, $250,000, to remain available until September 30, 2026, to respond to the situation in Ukraine and for related expenses.

Aircraft Procurement, Air Force

(3)For an additional amount for ‘‘Aircraft Procurement, Air Force’’, $50,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2024, to respond to the situation in Ukraine and for related expenses.

 

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(1) For an additional amount for “Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Defense-Wide”, $350,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2025, to respond to the situation in Ukraine and for related expenses. Provided, That such funds shall be transferred pursuant to an exchange of letters: Provided further, That nothing in the preceding proviso shall be construed to apply to amounts made available in prior appropriations Acts: Provided further, That the Secretary of Defense shall notify the congressional defense committees of the details of such transfers not less than 15 days before any such transfer: Provided further, That upon a determination that all or part of the funds transferred from this appropriation are not necessary for the purposes provided under this heading, such amounts may be transferred back and merged with this appropriation: Provided further, That any transfer authority provided under this heading is in addition to any other transfer authority provided by law: Provided further, That such amount is designated by the Congress as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as amended.

 

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Administration Of Foreign Affairs Diplomatic Programs

(1) For an additional amount for “Diplomatic Programs”, $150,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2025, to respond to the situation in Ukraine and in countries impacted by the situation in Ukraine: Provided, that such amount is designated by the Congress as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as amended.

Humanitarian Assistance

(2) For an additional amount for “Humanitarian Assistance”, $600,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2025, to respond to the situation in Ukraine and in countries impacted by the situation in Ukraine: Provided, that such amount is designated by the Congress as an emergency requirement pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as amended.

(A) Funding to the government of Ukraine to provide humanitarian assistance to its citizens who remain in Ukraine and Ukrainian refugees who have fled their homes due to Russian aggression, including—

(1) funding to provide food, clothing, shelter, medical assistance, and other forms of relief the Secretary of State determines to be appropriate; and

(2) funding to rebuild damaged or destroyed infrastructure

 

Madam President

I object to the proposal to pass the bill via unanimous consent. 

I yield.

Let's stay on topic. I don't think any of us are totally against sending more aid to Ukraine, we just want it to be accountable and to use things like the Ukraine Lend-Lease bill. 

2 hours ago, Underboard said:

This is too much money to be given to Israel, especially with no assurances on the human life factor in Gaza.

Do you have any language in mind that we could include?

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37 minutes ago, Sheridan said:

In Section 6, instead of funding the state department let's fund intelligence agencies so they can disrupt terrorist finance networks and organization efforts. 

We could fund both?