James E. Risch
Senator for Idaho · Republican · United States
“(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case SN-B-VIF was below congressional notification threshold at $12.4 million ($9.4 million in major defense equipment (MDE)) and included forty-three (43)AGM-114R Hellfire missiles; personnel training and tr…”
“Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor. Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Singapore. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale.”
“Non-MDE: The following non-MDE items will also be included: AGM-114R Hellfire spare parts; Hellfire technical manual; reprogramming of M299 launchers; return and repair material and services; technical publications; unguided munitions and services; software verification and calibration of AN/AWM- 101; Hellfire missiles and support equipme…”
“Department Notification Number: RSAT Case 24-11448 Pursuant to section 3(d)(3) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed transfer of major defense equipment procured under a foreign military sale in the amount of $14,000,000.00 or more.”
“The F/A-18F and EA-18G aircraft system training includes the provision of publications, other technical documentation, flight manuals, technical manuals, and technical data and updates for improved operations and maintenance. 2.”
“The F/A-18F and EA-18G aircraft system training includes the provision of publications, other technical documentation, flight manuals, technical manuals, and technical data and updates for improved operations and maintenance. 2.”
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“I am honored to recognize the hard work and dedication that has sustained Joyce Ranch for 160 years and made it a cherished feature of the Owyhee County community. Their legacy, which symbolizes the spirit of Western ranching and our deep agricultural heritage, is truly remarkable. ____________________”
“Hubert followed family tradition by passing the family ranch to his son Paul Nettleton. The current management of Joyce Ranch, Paul and his son Chad, represent the next generation--bringing with them fresh perspectives and modern approaches, while honoring the traditions that have defined their ranch for more than a century. The Joyce family's stewardship of the land demonstrates their profound commitment to properly managing the resources for the future while meeting the demands of our agricultural landscape. The evolution of ranching reflects the broader changes in our society, as today's ranchers must embrace technology and data-driven methods to succeed. This adaptability is crucial for the longevity of family-owned ranching operations like Joyce Ranch.”
“For the Joyces, hard work, resilience, and family are not just a shared priority, but the key to success. Today, it comprises approximately 11,000 acres of deeded land and an additional 120,000 acres for grazing. [[Page S2659]] Joyce Ranch has been passed down by the same family since inception, a rarity in our rapidly changing world and a truly remarkable achievement. The legacy of Matthew Joyce and Idaho's rich agricultural history was carried on by his daughter Maggie Joyce Nettleton and her son Hubert, who played a pivotal role in maintaining the ranch through both challenges and triumphs. As we celebrate this significant achievement, it is essential to recognize the commitment and sacrifices ranchers and their families make to keep operations like Joyce Ranch thriving.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [Senate] [Pages S2658-S2659] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 160TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE JOYCE RANCH Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, I rise today to honor the 160th anniversary of the Joyce Ranch in Owyhee County, ID--an extraordinary milestone in the history of Gem State agriculture and a testament to the enduring strength of family. Officially known as Joyce Livestock Company, Joyce Ranch proudly holds the title of Idaho's oldest family-owned ranch. Established by Matthew Joyce in 1865, the Joyce Ranch has flourished over five generations.”
“I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk called the roll.”
“I ask unanimous consent that we move immediately to the vote on the two nominations. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the Barrack nomination?”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [Senate] [Page S2630] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] Waiving Quorum Call Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent to waive the mandatory quorum call with respect to the Fertitta nomination. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.”
“But, nonetheless, the difficulty is there. There are also domestic industries that find creative barriers to keep U.S. products out. In the security space, Italy remains below NATO's 2 percent spending requirement. This is really hard to understand, based on both the challenges Putin has created for European security but also due to the substantial security threats Italy faces from the Mediterranean and from North Africa. I am confident that Mr. Fertitta will help address these issues and ensure the U.S.-Italian relationship only continues to grow stronger. I encourage my colleagues to support his nomination. I know this nomination vote is going to be a bipartisan vote, and there are certainly Democrats that feel very strongly about Mr. Fertitta for good reason. He is a good man. He deserves the vote.”
“Turkiye also has a difficult track record on human rights and has repressed dissent both in and outside of its borders. Mr. Barrack is the right man to tackle this challenging post. He will help President Trump and Secretary Rubio protect national security interests from the many threats we face. I hope my colleagues will join me in supporting the confirmation of Thomas Barrack. Next, I want to move to the nomination of Tillman Fertitta for Ambassador to Italy. Italy remains a close ally, an important partner in Europe, and is a special place for a lot of Americans. While there are deep cultural ties, there remain a number of areas where significant improvement is needed. On trade, U.S. producers have a hard time getting access to the Italian market, in part because of EU regulations--certainly, not the fault of Italy.”
“Mr. President, on a more credible note, I hope, I am here to speak on two noms that we have coming up. There is going to be a vote on confirmation of Thomas Barrack to be Ambassador for Turkiye and a vote on Tilman Fertitta for the nomination to be Ambassador for Italy. I want to speak first to the nomination of Thomas Barrack for Ambassador to Turkiye. As you know--as everyone knows--Turkiye is a critical U.S. and NATO ally. I use that word ally judiciously. They have been the recalcitrant ally, from time to time, lately and have been difficult. Nonetheless, we have gotten through those things, but it has been far from lockstep with America in supporting our mutual interests. While Turkiye hosts NATO and American forces and has supported efforts toward peace in Ukraine, it has troubling--troubling--ties to Russia and Hamas.”
“We need a strong leader like David Perdue at the front of our fight with the Chinese Government to execute on President Trump's vision, and I hope my colleagues will join me today in supporting Mr. Perdue to be Ambassador to China. Mr. President, I would ask unanimous consent that we commence the vote on the nomination. [[Page S2620]] The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.”
“No foreign government can come into our political system and use money to influence our political system, and yet a foreign government like China can go into our colleges and universities and pump in millions of dollars and use the influence of that money to influence the colleges and universities. We don't allow this in our political system because we don't want foreign influence in our political system, nor should we allow this kind of influence in the institutions that make up the education system for future Americans. We need to put a stop to this, and all of us, I hope, will be glad to partner with our friend David Perdue as he confronts these issues from Beijing. In this administration and in his first term, President Trump demonstrated that he will be tough on China. He has to be.”
“The best example of that is the genocide that they commit against the Uighur Muslims in China, and the world pretty much looks the other way while they do human rights abuses that are way over the top. So, Senator Perdue--David--you have your work cut out for you. This is going to be a challenge as we go forward, particularly over the next 4 years. In addition to that, China has done everything it can to infiltrate the United States. Most people in America have no understanding about the tremendous amount and the millions of dollars that the Chinese Government pumps into our colleges and universities here in the United States. I myself and others have long been trying to put a stop to this.”
“Their economy is growing rapidly, and they have done it the old fashion way: They have stolen every good idea that we have and used it to their own devices, which has brought them to the challenging position they are in for the United States. And they are a very different country than the United States is. The world, I think, is very quickly developing into a bipolar position, where, on the one hand, you have democracies and semi- democracies like the United States, made of up of free people, of capitalism, of free markets, of entrepreneurs, and of people who very much value human rights and value the individual way, ahead of the state. On the other hand, you have countries like China that are communist. They are socialists. They are not free market or capitalist motivated. And they have no regards for human rights.”
“Mr. President, I come to the floor today in support of our friend David Perdue's nomination to be Ambassador to China. This is certainly one of the most important nominations and appointments that will come across this floor, and the President is to be commended for picking David Perdue for this position. China, as we all know, is the largest, the most significant, probably the longest lasting foreign policy challenge that the United States of America has, and it is going to continue to be for some time. Today, we have seen, over the last recent decades, China move from a third-world country to a near peer to the United States.”
“The Schumackers are an integral part of the St. Maries community, consistently supporting local charities and volunteering for various causes. Congratulations to the Schumackers and all the employees at Schumacker's Jewelry on their selection as the Idaho Small Business of the Month for April 2025. Thank you for serving Idaho as small business owners and entrepreneurs. You make our great State proud, and I look forward to your continued growth and success. ____________________”
“Herman grew up in Moscow and farmed near Genesee before attending Bradley University. There, he received a degree in horology--the study of time and the art of measuring it--which proved useful in repairing and restoring timepieces and jewelry for the residents of North Idaho. Herman created a neighborhood shop committed to making every customer feel at home with personalized services that ensure each jewelry buying experience is special. After 31 years, Herman sold Schumacker's Jewelry to his son Richard but continued to work part-time until his passing in 2004. Richard and his wife Lana ran the store for the next 20 years. Today, the Schumacker Jewelry legacy is carried on by Richard and his daughter Carrie Schumacker Scott. For 78 years, this third-generation family business has been a staple in north Idaho.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [Senate] [Page S2659] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING SCHUMACKER'S JEWELRY Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, as a member and former chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, each month I recognize and celebrate the American entrepreneurial spirit by highlighting the success of a small business in my home State of Idaho. Today, I am pleased to honor Schumacker's Jewelry as the Idaho Small Business of the Month for April 2025. Founded in 1947 by Herman and Eva Schumacker, Schumacker's Jewelry has been a cherished part of St. Maries for decades.”
“I am honored to recognize the hard work and dedication that has sustained Joyce Ranch for 160 years and made it a cherished feature of the Owyhee County community. Their legacy, which symbolizes the spirit of Western ranching and our deep agricultural heritage, is truly remarkable. ____________________”
“Hubert followed family tradition by passing the family ranch to his son Paul Nettleton. The current management of Joyce Ranch, Paul and his son Chad, represent the next generation--bringing with them fresh perspectives and modern approaches, while honoring the traditions that have defined their ranch for more than a century. The Joyce family's stewardship of the land demonstrates their profound commitment to properly managing the resources for the future while meeting the demands of our agricultural landscape. The evolution of ranching reflects the broader changes in our society, as today's ranchers must embrace technology and data-driven methods to succeed. This adaptability is crucial for the longevity of family-owned ranching operations like Joyce Ranch.”
“For the Joyces, hard work, resilience, and family are not just a shared priority, but the key to success. Today, it comprises approximately 11,000 acres of deeded land and an additional 120,000 acres for grazing. [[Page S2659]] Joyce Ranch has been passed down by the same family since inception, a rarity in our rapidly changing world and a truly remarkable achievement. The legacy of Matthew Joyce and Idaho's rich agricultural history was carried on by his daughter Maggie Joyce Nettleton and her son Hubert, who played a pivotal role in maintaining the ranch through both challenges and triumphs. As we celebrate this significant achievement, it is essential to recognize the commitment and sacrifices ranchers and their families make to keep operations like Joyce Ranch thriving.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [Senate] [Pages S2658-S2659] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 160TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE JOYCE RANCH Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, I rise today to honor the 160th anniversary of the Joyce Ranch in Owyhee County, ID--an extraordinary milestone in the history of Gem State agriculture and a testament to the enduring strength of family. Officially known as Joyce Livestock Company, Joyce Ranch proudly holds the title of Idaho's oldest family-owned ranch. Established by Matthew Joyce in 1865, the Joyce Ranch has flourished over five generations.”
“The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, the motion to reconsider is considered made and laid upon the table, and the President will be immediately notified of the Senate's actions. ____________________”
“King), the Senator from Vermont (Mr. Sanders), and the Senator from Rhode Island (Mr. Whitehouse) are necessarily absent. The result was announced--60 yeas, 36 nays, as follows: [Rollcall Vote No. 219 Ex.] YEAS--60 Banks Barrasso Bennet Blackburn Boozman Britt Budd Capito Cassidy Collins Coons Cornyn Cotton Cramer Crapo Cruz Curtis Daines Ernst Fischer Graham Grassley Hagerty Hassan Hawley Hoeven Husted Hyde-Smith Johnson Justice Kennedy Klobuchar Lankford Lee Lummis Marshall [[Page S2631]] McConnell McCormick Moody Moran Moreno Mullin Murkowski Paul Ricketts Risch Rosen Rounds Schmitt Scott (FL) Scott (SC) Shaheen Sheehy Sullivan Thune Tillis Tuberville Warner Wicker Young NAYS--36 Alsobrooks Baldwin Blumenthal Blunt Rochester Booker Cantwell Cortez Masto Duckworth Durbin Fetterman Gallego Gillibrand Heinrich Hirono Kaine Kelly Kim Lujan Markey Merkley Murphy Murray Ossoff Padilla Peters Reed Schatz Schiff Schumer Slotkin Smith Van Hollen Warnock Warren Welch Wyden NOT VOTING--4 Hickenlooper King Sanders Whitehouse The nomination was confirmed.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [Senate] [Pages S2630-S2631] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] Vote on Barrack Nomination Mr. RISCH. I ask unanimous consent that we move immediately to the vote on the two nominations. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the Barrack nomination? Mr. RISCH. I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk called the roll. Mr. DURBIN. I announce that the Senator from Colorado (Mr. Hickenlooper), the Senator from Maine (Mr.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [Senate] [Page S2630] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] Waiving Quorum Call Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent to waive the mandatory quorum call with respect to the Fertitta nomination. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.”
“Fertitta will help address these issues and ensure the U.S.-Italian relationship only continues to grow stronger. I encourage my colleagues to support his nomination. I know this nomination vote is going to be a bipartisan vote, and there are certainly Democrats that feel very strongly about Mr. Fertitta for good reason. He is a good man. He deserves the vote. I hope everyone will join us in voting for this confirmation. I yield the floor.”
“Italy remains a close ally, an important partner in Europe, and is a special place for a lot of Americans. While there are deep cultural ties, there remain a number of areas where significant improvement is needed. On trade, U.S. producers have a hard time getting access to the Italian market, in part because of EU regulations--certainly, not the fault of Italy. But, nonetheless, the difficulty is there. There are also domestic industries that find creative barriers to keep U.S. products out. In the security space, Italy remains below NATO's 2 percent spending requirement. This is really hard to understand, based on both the challenges Putin has created for European security but also due to the substantial security threats Italy faces from the Mediterranean and from North Africa. I am confident that Mr.”
“They have been the recalcitrant ally, from time to time, lately and have been difficult. Nonetheless, we have gotten through those things, but it has been far from lockstep with America in supporting our mutual interests. While Turkiye hosts NATO and American forces and has supported efforts toward peace in Ukraine, it has troubling--troubling--ties to Russia and Hamas. Turkiye also has a difficult track record on human rights and has repressed dissent both in and outside of its borders. Mr. Barrack is the right man to tackle this challenging post. He will help President Trump and Secretary Rubio protect national security interests from the many threats we face. I hope my colleagues will join me in supporting the confirmation of Thomas Barrack. Next, I want to move to the nomination of Tillman Fertitta for Ambassador to Italy.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [Senate] [Page S2630] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] Nominations of Thomas Barrack and Tilman Fertitta Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, on a more credible note, I hope, I am here to speak on two noms that we have coming up. There is going to be a vote on confirmation of Thomas Barrack to be Ambassador for Turkiye and a vote on Tilman Fertitta for the nomination to be Ambassador for Italy. I want to speak first to the nomination of Thomas Barrack for Ambassador to Turkiye. As you know--as everyone knows--Turkiye is a critical U.S. and NATO ally. I use that word ally judiciously.”
“We need a strong leader like David Perdue at the front of our fight with the Chinese Government to execute on President Trump's vision, and I hope my colleagues will join me today in supporting Mr. Perdue to be Ambassador to China. Mr. President, I would ask unanimous consent that we commence the vote on the nomination. [[Page S2620]] The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.”
“No foreign government can come into our political system and use money to influence our political system, and yet a foreign government like China can go into our colleges and universities and pump in millions of dollars and use the influence of that money to influence the colleges and universities. We don't allow this in our political system because we don't want foreign influence in our political system, nor should we allow this kind of influence in the institutions that make up the education system for future Americans. We need to put a stop to this, and all of us, I hope, will be glad to partner with our friend David Perdue as he confronts these issues from Beijing. In this administration and in his first term, President Trump demonstrated that he will be tough on China. He has to be.”
“They are socialists. They are not free market or capitalist motivated. And they have no regards for human rights. The best example of that is the genocide that they commit against the Uighur Muslims in China, and the world pretty much looks the other way while they do human rights abuses that are way over the top. So, Senator Perdue--David--you have your work cut out for you. This is going to be a challenge as we go forward, particularly over the next 4 years. In addition to that, China has done everything it can to infiltrate the United States. Most people in America have no understanding about the tremendous amount and the millions of dollars that the Chinese Government pumps into our colleges and universities here in the United States. I myself and others have long been trying to put a stop to this.”
“Today, we have seen, over the last recent decades, China move from a third-world country to a near peer to the United States. Their economy is growing rapidly, and they have done it the old fashion way: They have stolen every good idea that we have and used it to their own devices, which has brought them to the challenging position they are in for the United States. And they are a very different country than the United States is. The world, I think, is very quickly developing into a bipolar position, where, on the one hand, you have democracies and semi- democracies like the United States, made of up of free people, of capitalism, of free markets, of entrepreneurs, and of people who very much value human rights and value the individual way, ahead of the state. On the other hand, you have countries like China that are communist.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [Senate] [Pages S2619-S2620] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] Nomination of David Perdue Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, I come to the floor today in support of our friend David Perdue's nomination to be Ambassador to China. This is certainly one of the most important nominations and appointments that will come across this floor, and the President is to be commended for picking David Perdue for this position. China, as we all know, is the largest, the most significant, probably the longest lasting foreign policy challenge that the United States of America has, and it is going to continue to be for some time.”
“If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of the specific hardware and software elements, the information could be used to develop countermeasures that might reduce system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. 10. A determination has been made that Romania can provide substantially the same degree of protection for the sensitive technology being released as the U.S. Government. This proposed sale is necessary in furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives outlined in the Policy Justification. 11. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal have been authorized for release and export to the Government of Romania. ____________________”
“The Defense Advanced Global Positioning System (GPS) Receiver (DAGR) is a small, commercial, NAVSTAR GPS receiver designed for military operations. The Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) is a security device controlling the encryption that enables Precise Positioning Service (PPS) Y-code signals from GPS satellites and resists adversary attempts to spoof GPS signals. The DAGR with SAASM will provide position and location information necessary for ground-based operation. The DAGR has a graphical screen, 12- channel continuous satellite tracking, simultaneous L1/L2 dual frequency GPS signal reception, and extended performance in a diverse jamming environment. 8. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and services included in this potential sale is SECRET. 9.”
“The KG-250X encryptor is a rugged, flexible, low-size, weight, and power (SWAP), highspeed inline network encryptor. It is used to secure sensitive data on military and government networks by encrypting network traffic, allowing for secure communication in high-risk environments. 6. The identification friend or foe (IFF) is an identification system designed for command and control. It enables military and civilian air traffic control interrogation systems to identify aircraft, vehicles, or forces as friendly, and to determine its bearing and range from the interrogator. The AN/TPX-57(Vl) with KIV-77 encryptor is an Air Defense Interrogator (ADI) that is used to classify and re-classify targets in IFF systems. 7.”
“The AN/MSQ-132 Configuration 3+ Increment 3 ECS provides operational control of the PATRIOT Fire Unit (FU). The ECS exchanges FU initialization data, defense readiness conditions, states of alert, target evaluation data, engagement-related data, and ECS status with the Information and Coordination Central. 3. The M903 LS is a mobile tactical unit that transports, aims, and launches the PATRIOT Guidance Enhanced Missile (GEM-T) and PATRIOT Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missiles. The LS is controlled from the Engagement Control Station (ECS) via the Data Link Terminal network. 4. The Power Generation Equipment Electric Power Plant (EPP) III provides tactical power for the ECS and RS. The EPP consists of two 15-kilowatt generator sets which are interconnected through the power distribution unit. 5.”
“25-19 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act Annex Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The AN/MPQ-65 Configuration 3+ Increment 3 PATRIOT radar set (RS) consists of a multifunction phased-array radar mounted on a semitrailer. The RS is powered by the Electric Power Plant (EPP) and monitored and controlled by the Engagement Control Station (ECS). The AN/MPQ-65 RS provides airspace surveillance, detection, target tracking, identification, missile tracking, missile guidance, and electronic counter-countermeasures. It has the capability to track a wide variety of targets under saturation raid conditions and support the simultaneous operation of multiple PATRIOT missiles to defend against a threat. 2.”
“The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractors will be RTX Corporation, located in Andover, MA, and Lockheed Martin, located in Bethesda, MD. At this time, the U.S. Government is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale, Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor. Implementation of this proposed sale will require approximately five U.S. Government and five U.S. contractor representatives to travel to Romania for a duration of up to three years to support equipment fielding and training. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. transmittal no.”
“Government and contractor representative technical assistance; engineering and logistics support services; publications and technical documentation; classified software; classified books and publications; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $280 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a NATO Ally that is an important force for political and economic stability in Europe. The proposed sale will improve Romania's capability to meet current and future threats by enabling it to field a credible force to deter adversaries and support its participation in NATO operations. Romania will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces.”
“policy justification Romania--PATRIOT Air Defense System The Government of Romania has requested to buy one (1) AN/ MPQ-65 Configuration 3+ Increment 3 radar set; one (1)AN/MSQ- 132 Engagement Control Station; two (2) M903 launching stations; and one (1) Electrical Power Plant (EPP) III. The following non-MDE items will also be included: launching station modification kits; PATRIOT Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement launcher conversion kit; generators; generator spare parts; prime movers; spare parts for prime movers; KG-250X encryptor; AN/TPX-57vl identification friend or foe (IFF); KIV-77 encryptor; personnel communication equipment training; Defense Advanced Global Positioning Systems Receivers (DAGRs); U.S.”
“Government and contractor representative technical assistance; engineering and logistics support services; publications and technical documentation; classified software; classified books and publications; and other related elements of logistics and program support. (iv) Military Department: Army (RO-B-UHD). (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: RO-B-UEM. (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be Paid: None known at this time. (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: See Attached Annex. (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: April 28, 2025. * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.”
“(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles and/or Services under Consideration for Purchase: Major Defense Equipment: One (1) AN/MPQ-65 Configuration 3+ Increment 3 radar set. One (1) AN/MSQ-132 Engagement Control Station. Two (2) M903 launching stations. One (1) Electrical Power Plant (EPP) III. Non-Major Defense Equipment: The following non-MDE items will also be included: launching station modification kits; PATRIOT Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement launcher conversion kit; generators; generator spare parts; prime movers; spare parts for prime movers; KG- 250X encryptor; AN/TPX-57v1 identification friend or foe (IFF); KIV-77 encryptor; personnel communication equipment training; Defense Advanced Global Positioning Systems Receivers (DAGRs); U.S.”
“25-19, concerning the Army's proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Government of Romania for defense articles and services estimated to cost $280 million. We will issue a news release to notify the public of this proposed sale upon delivery of this letter to your office. Sincerely, Michael F. Miller, Director. Enclosures. transmittal no. 25-19 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of Romania. (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * $180 million. Other $100 million. Total $280 million. [[Page S2604]] Funding Source: National Funds and Foreign Military Financing.”
“In keeping with the committee's intention to see that relevant information is still available to the full Senate, I ask unanimous consent to have printed in the Record the notifications that have been received. If the cover letter references a classified annex, then such an annex is available to all Senators in the office of the Foreign Relations Committee, room SD-423. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Washington, DC. Hon. James E. Risch, Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. Dear Mr. Chairman: Pursuant to the reporting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 70 (Monday, April 28, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 70 (Monday, April 28, 2025)] [Senate] [Pages S2603-S2604] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] ARMS SALES NOTIFICATION Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in the Senate, the notification of proposed sales shall be sent to the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.”
“The Philippines will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be Agusta Westland Philadelphia Corporation (Leonardo), located in Philadelphia, PA. At this time, the U.S. Government is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor. Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of up to four additional U.S. Government and up to four U.S. contractor representatives to the Philippines for a duration of up to three years to support helicopter introduction, familiarization, fielding, and training.”
“Government and contractor engineering, technical, logistics, and transportation support services, including incountry representative support; studies and surveys; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $120 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a strategic partner that continues to be an important force for political stability, peace, and economic progress in Southeast Asia. The proposed sale will improve the Philippines' capability to meet current and future threats by providing an aircraft platform that will serve as the primary method of improving pilot training and skills, thus helping to ensure the development of a proficient rotary wing aviator corps.”