§8925 Increased Military Assistance for the Government of Ukraine

Summary

The President can send military equipment, services, and training to the Government of Ukraine to help fight offensive weapons and to restore Ukraine’s sovereignty and borders. That aid can include things like anti‑tank and anti‑armor weapons, crew weapons and ammo, counter‑artillery radars, targeting and sighting gear, troop‑operated surveillance drones, and secure command and communications systems, under the Arms Export Control Act, the Foreign Assistance Act, and other U.S. laws. Within 60 days after December 18, 2014, the President must report what will be sent and the schedule to six congressional committees (Senate: Foreign Relations, Appropriations, Armed Services; House: Foreign Affairs, Appropriations, Armed Services). Congress authorized $100,000,000 for fiscal year 2015, $125,000,000 for fiscal year 2016, and $125,000,000 for fiscal year 2017, with those funds usable through the end of fiscal year 2018. The money may buy items from the U.S. government or other sources. Congress also says Ukraine should take all appropriate steps to protect civilians.