Ensuring Peace Through Strength in Israel Act

The Ensuring Peace Through Strength in Israel Act (S 1504) requires the U.S. Department of Defense to annually assess Israel's need for specific munitions to defend against threats from Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas, and other groups, starting April 2024 and continuing through 2028. This assessment evaluates current stockpiles in Israel's military, U.S. reserves (like the War Reserves Stock Allies-Israel), and U.S. military inventories, plus plans for pre-positioning and rapid resupply of these munitions. The Secretary of Defense must consult with Israel (if agreed) and submit progress reports to Congress every 90 days, tracking steps taken to ensure Israel has sufficient munitions for defense operations. The bill directly affects U.S. defense planning and Israel's military readiness, with no new funding or policy changes beyond these reporting requirements.