Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

SignedJuly 11, 2024

Memorandum·Joe Biden·Foreign Assistance

Why This Matters

This order delegates authority to the Secretary of State to direct the drawdown of up to $125 million in defense resources for Ukraine. It enables the provision of military assistance, including training and equipment.

The order enhances U.S. support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts, potentially strengthening its defense capabilities.

U.S. military and Ukrainian forces are most affected, as they will receive additional resources and training.

Summary

1. Delegates authority to the Secretary of State for defense resource drawdown. 2. Allows up to $125 million in military assistance to Ukraine. 3. Includes provisions for military education and training.

Who is affected?

U.S. military and Ukrainian forces are most affected, as they will receive additional resources and training.

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Memorandum of July 11, 2024

Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

Memorandum for the Secretary of State

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the drawdown of up to $125 million in defense articles and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.

You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the Federal Register.

[FR Doc. 2024-17568

Filed 8-5-24; 11:15 am]

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