Congress is currently reviewing H.R. 8595, the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027. This legislation proposes $2.1 billion in foreign aid to Jordan. The funding request follows a July 2026 attack at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, where Iranian missiles killed three American soldiers. These three American soldiers were killed when Iranian missiles struck the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in July 2026, an event that has significantly influenced the current legislative discussions. The proposal remains under consideration as lawmakers assess regional security requirements in the aftermath of the strike.
Escalating Missile Threats in Jordan
Iranian military forces launched more than 400 projectiles at Jordan as of September 2026. Iran fired over 400 projectiles at Jordan as of September 2026, marking a significant escalation in the frequency and volume of hostile activity directed at the nation. These strikes represent a sustained increase in regional hostilities targeting the country.
During an Iranian missile barrage in September 2026, U.S. Forces deployed defensive measures to protect regional assets. Military personnel fired between 60 and 70 Patriot interceptors to counter approximately 20 ballistic missiles. During this September 2026 Iranian missile barrage, U.S. Forces fired 60 to 70 Patriot interceptors to counter approximately 20 ballistic missiles. The engagement notes the operational intensity required to defend Jordanian airspace against these specific threats, as the rapid deployment of interceptors was necessary to neutralize the incoming ballistic threats during the intense exchange.
Legislative and Administrative Funding Proposals
The Trump administration requested $1.45 billion in aid for Jordan for fiscal 2027. This figure remains the baseline for current congressional discussions regarding the broader $2.1 billion package under consideration in H.R. 8595. Lawmakers are currently evaluating how the proposed funding aligns with the initial request to address ongoing security requirements, balancing the administration’s original proposal against the increased security needs identified following the recent missile attacks.
The State Department utilized emergency authority under the Arms Export Control Act on 19 March 2026 to expedite a $70.5 million foreign military sale to Jordan. On March 19, 2026, the State Department used emergency authority under the Arms Export Control Act to bypass congressional review of a $70.5 million foreign military sale to Jordan. This action allowed the government to bypass the standard congressional review process for the transaction. Officials implemented the measure to accelerate the delivery of defense equipment to the country, ensuring that critical military assets reached the region without the delays typically associated with standard legislative oversight procedures.
Economic relations between the two nations include specific trade barriers. As of 22 October 2026, U.S. Reciprocal tariffs on Jordanian exports stand at 10%. As of October 2026, U.S. Reciprocal tariffs on Jordanian exports stand at 10%. These levies apply to goods entering the United States from Jordan as part of the existing trade framework, reflecting the current economic policy governing the exchange of goods between the two nations.
