Washington, D.C. — Today, Florida Congressman Daniel Webster (R-Clermont) voted to pass H.R. 8034, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, H.R. 8036, the Indo-Pacific Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, and H.R. 8038, the 21^st Century Peace through Strength Act.

“Today, I supported legislation that strengthens sanctions against our foreign adversaries and provides support to our allies in the Middle East and Indo-Pacific,” said Rep. Daniel Webster. “As the only Democracy in the region, our relationship with Israel is vital to our overall policy in the Middle East. America’s steadfast support of Israel is indispensable to countering the constant threats from organizations and neighboring states, such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran, that are determined to terrorize the Israeli people. It is vital that America continues to sustain a strong and secure Israel.”

H.R. 8034 provides $26.38 billion to support our ally Israel in its effort to defend itself against Iran and their terrorist proxies. It replenishes the highly effective Iron Dome and David’s Sling missile defense systems, while also reimbursing U.S. military operations in response to recent attacks in the region. The bill also includes a prohibition on any of the funding being sent to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which was proven to have been supportive of Hamas’ terrorist attack on October 7, 2023. 

Webster further remarked, "The Chinese Communist Party is a real threat to America’s national and economic security. For decades, the CCP has taken advantage of the United States by offshoring our jobs, stealing intellectual property, and threatening freedom and international trade worldwide. This bill is a clear message that America stands with our ally Taiwan and is committed to investing in the capabilities needed to counter CCP aggression in the Indo-Pacific, support our allies and protect U.S. interests.

H.R. 8036, the Indo-Pacific Security Supplemental Appropriations Act provides funding to support Taiwan and continue the U.S. efforts to counter communist China and promote strong deterrence in the region. This includes $1.9 billion to replenish defense articles and defense services provided to Taiwan and regional partners and funding to enhance the U.S. production of artillery and critical munitions.

On Ukraine, Webster commented, “While I have supported bills under President Trump that have responsibly provided Ukraine with the lethal assistance needed, I cannot vote for legislation that sends them a blank check. H.R. 8035 provides triple the amount of funding for Ukraine than Israel, with $13 billion for procurement without defining where and what that money will be spent. Had an amendment I voted for been adopted that limited Ukraine support strictly to lethal weaponry, similar to what President Trump provided during his administration, I could have supported the bill.”