Contact Congress about H.R. 8034: Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024
The bill would add emergency funding for Israel’s defense, U.S. military activity in the region, and humanitarian aid. It also expands security grants for U.S. nonprofits and blocks funding for UNRWA.
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Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 is a House bill in Congress.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects Israel, U.S. forces in the Middle East, civilians who need aid, and nonprofits in the United States that face security threats. Israel could receive more defense support. U.S. military agencies could get money to replace equipment and support regional operations. Aid groups and refugees could see funding shift, especially because the bill blocks money for UNRWA.
Why this matters: This bill matters because it would shape how the United States pays for its response to the Israel-related conflict. It could strengthen Israel’s defenses and support U.S. forces in the region. It could also affect how aid reaches civilians, since it funds humanitarian programs but blocks UNRWA. Because the bill uses emergency funding, it could increase federal spending outside normal budget limits.
Key provisions in H.R. 8034
- Provides $4.4 billion to replace U.S. defense items and repay services given to Israel or other supportive countries. The money goes to Defense-Wide operations and maintenance and lasts through September 30, 2025.
- Adds $801.4 million for Army ammunition and $5.2 billion for Defense-Wide purchases. For Israel, that includes $4 billion for Iron Dome and David’s Sling and $1.2 billion for Iron Beam.
- Provides $198.6 million under the Defense Production Act. That law lets the government speed up important defense production.
- Makes $2.44 billion available for U.S. operations, force protection, deterrence, and replacement of combat costs in the U.S. Central Command region. The Pentagon must send Congress a spending plan first, and the money can move among defense accounts.
- Adds $10 million for FEMA to run nonprofit security grants and $390 million for the grant program. States may use up to 2% for outreach and help for applicants.
How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 8034
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Questions people ask about H.R. 8034
- What is H.R. 8034?
- The bill would add emergency funding for Israel’s defense, U.S. military activity in the region, and humanitarian aid. It also expands security grants for U.S. nonprofits and blocks funding for UNRWA.
- How do I support or oppose H.R. 8034?
- Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
- Who should I contact about H.R. 8034?
- Modern Action uses your location to route the action to the congressional offices relevant to the bill and your representation.
- Can Modern Action explain H.R. 8034 before I act?
- Yes. Modern Action gives you a plain-English summary, current status, and action context before you send anything.
