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Presidential Delegation of Authority for Ukraine Military Aid

Original title: Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

July 11, 2024

Foreign Policy Military Aid Ukraine Executive Authority

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The Frame

What this does

This document formalizes the process for providing significant military support to Ukraine, reflecting ongoing U.S. foreign policy commitments.

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Last recorded activity July 11, 2024.

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Summary

President Biden has delegated authority to the Secretary of State to authorize up to $125 million in military aid for Ukraine. This action allows for the immediate drawdown of defense articles, services, and training from Department of Defense resources.

Why It Matters

This document formalizes the process for providing significant military support to Ukraine, reflecting ongoing U.S. foreign policy commitments.

Key Facts

President Biden authorized the Secretary of State to direct up to $125 million in military assistance to Ukraine.
The aid includes defense articles, services, and military education and training from the Department of Defense.
This delegation is issued under the authority of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.