This bill prohibits U.S. military aid to Israel from being used to support what it characterizes as violations of international law in the occupied West Bank, including the military detention of Palestinian children, seizure or destruction of Palestinian property, and unilateral annexation of Palestinian land. The legislation requires the Secretary of State to certify annually by September 30, 2027, and each year thereafter, that no U.S. funds have supported these activities, or to report detailed accounts of how much assistance was used for such purposes. The bill also directs the Government Accountability Office to audit Israel's use of offshore procurement funds—a special U.S. assistance program—and assess whether those funds have supported settlement activities since 1991. The legislation reflects congressional concerns about ensuring U.S. defense assistance aligns with international human rights standards and American foreign policy objectives regarding Palestinian self-determination and human rights.
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