What does Preamble of Diego Garcia Treaty Oversight Act do?

This bill concerns the 1966 agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom concerning the British Indian Ocean Territory. It aims to require Senate approval for any modifications to this agreement. The bill was introduced in the Senate on March 5, 2026, by Mr. Kennedy and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Diego Garcia Treaty Oversight Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Diego Garcia Treaty Oversight Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Diego Garcia Treaty Oversight Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. “Appropriate committees of Congress” are specifically defined as the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on Armed Services, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. “Covered agreement” is defined as the Exchange of notes concerning the availability for defense purposes of the British Indian Ocean Territory, dated December 30, 1966.

What does REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO MODIFICATION OF AGREEMENT CONCERNING of Diego Garcia Treaty Oversight Act do?

This section outlines requirements related to modifications of an agreement concerning the British Indian Ocean Territory. Any modification to the covered agreement requires the advice and consent of the Senate. Federal funds cannot be obligated or expended to modify the agreement without Senate advice and consent. Before negotiating modifications, the President must submit a report to Congress detailing the national security rationale, implications for U.S. operational control of Diego Garcia, and any risks from third-party claims or foreign military presence. The report must be submitted in both classified and unclassified forms.

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Diego Garcia Treaty Oversight Act

Last updated: 3/5/2026 · Introduced: 3/5/2026

Author: John Kennedy (R-LA)

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This bill requires Senate approval before the United States can modify the 1966 agreement with the United Kingdom concerning the British Indian Ocean Territory.
Federal funds cannot be used to modify the agreement without the Senate's advice and consent.
The President must provide Congress with a report detailing the national security rationale, operational control implications, and potential risks before negotiating any modifications to the agreement.

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