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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that member countries of NATO must commit at least 2 percent of their national gross domestic product to national defense spending to hold leadership or benefit at the expense of those countries who meet their obligations.

2/20/2025, 11:56 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 75

Bill 119 sres 75 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate that calls on member countries of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to commit at least 2 percent of their national gross domestic product (GDP) to national defense spending. The resolution emphasizes the importance of all NATO members meeting their obligations to contribute to collective defense efforts.

The resolution expresses the Senate's belief that countries who fail to meet the 2 percent GDP commitment are not fulfilling their responsibilities within the alliance. It also highlights the unfair burden placed on countries that do meet their obligations, as they may be shouldering a disproportionate share of the defense costs.

The resolution aims to hold member countries of NATO accountable for their defense spending commitments and ensure that all countries are contributing their fair share to the alliance. By urging countries to meet the 2 percent GDP target, the resolution seeks to strengthen NATO's capabilities and ensure the security and stability of member countries. Overall, Bill 119 sres 75 underscores the importance of NATO members fulfilling their defense spending commitments and working together to maintain a strong and effective alliance.

Congressional Summary of SRES 75

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that any NATO member country that does not meet its commitment to spend 2% of its gross domestic product on national defense should not be allowed to host certain NATO meetings that provide substantial economic benefits and international recognition, such as the NATO Summit and NATO Parliamentary Assembly sessions. The resolution also expresses that citizens of such countries should not be allowed to hold NATO leadership positions, such as Secretary General or military positions at the two-star level or above.

Current Status of Bill SRES 75

Bill SRES 75 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill SRES 75 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 12, 2025.  Bill SRES 75's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S931) as of February 12, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 75

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
13
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
13
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 75

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 75

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that member countries of NATO must commit at least 2 percent of their national gross domestic product to national defense spending to hold leadership or benefit at the expense of those countries who meet their obligations.
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that member countries of NATO must commit at least 2 percent of their national gross domestic product to national defense spending to hold leadership or benefit at the expense of those countries who meet their obligations.

Comments

Ayla Boykin profile image

Ayla Boykin

29,994

11 months ago

How does this affect me?

Carmelo Cummings profile image

Carmelo Cummings

30,465

11 months ago

So let me get this straight, they want other countries to spend more on defense so we can benefit? Sounds like a great plan...not. How is this really going to help us in the long run? #confused #NATOdefense

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