Athens Reporter

Rep. Andrew Clyde (GA-09) has cast his vote in favor of the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act (H.R. 6126), a piece of legislation designed to strengthen Israeli defense capabilities and top-up domestic defense supplies. The bill was passed with a margin of 226-196 votes, providing critical resources for Israel's security.

"Given Hamas’ barbaric terrorist attack on October 7th and ongoing assault against our greatest Middle Eastern ally, Israel, this legislation is not only timely but imperative," said Rep. Clyde in a press release from his office.

In the same press release, Clyde went on to say, "We must ensure Israel has the resources needed to successfully defeat evil Iran-backed Hamas terrorists so it can protect its citizens. In addition to bolstering Israel’s defense capabilities, House Republicans’ supplemental aid package strengthens our own national security by replenishing our domestic defense stockpiles."

The act signifies an important legislative initiative that seeks to address Israeli security requirements. It includes $4.4 billion for U.S Military Readiness by refilling domestic defense stockpiles and sets aside $4 billion to boost Israel's Defense Capabilities, particularly replenishing the Iron Dome and David's Sling missile defense systems.

Furthermore, it allocates $3.5 billion towards Foreign Military Financing for procuring advanced weapons systems and defense resources. Another sum of $1.2 billion is set aside for continuing development on the Iron Beam system, while $1 billion is designated to support artillery and munitions production.

In terms of U.S security considerations, the act provisions $150 million for enhancing security at the U.S Embassy as well as setting aside $50 million for evacuation operations concerning U.S citizens.

Clyde also mentioned in his press release that in Oct., H.Res 771 was passed with strong bipartisan support which expressed commitment towards Israel's security and condemnation against Hamas' terrorist activities.

House Resolution 6126 includes budgetary offsets in the form of rescinding unobligated balances of funds previously allocated to the Internal Revenue Service. A total of $14.3 billion, originally meant for IRS operations, are rescinded.