Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act of 2026

This bill would require the Secretary of Defense to create the United States-Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Initiative to increase defense cooperation between the U.S. and the militaries of countries that signed the Abraham Accords or have sought to normalize relations with Israel since 2020. Its stated objectives include deterring aggression by Iran and its proxies and improving regional military planning in areas such as air defense, counter-drone systems, missile defense, intelligence, and joint exercises. Within 60 days of enactment, the Secretary would have to report to the Armed Services Committees of Congress on a strategy and the funding needed. The bill also states that Congress believes participating countries should be asked to contribute matching funds.

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Sponsors

• Jimmy Panetta Democrat sponsor
• 6 cosponsors