Number: RS20428 Title: EXCESS DEFENSE ARTICLES: GRANTS AND SALES TO ALLIES AND FRIENDLY COUNTRIES Authors: Jeanne J. Grimmett, American Law Division Abstract: This report provides background on the Excess defense Articles (EDA) program. It gives the rationale for the program, discusses the key elements of the program, and how it operates. It provides data on recent EDA transactions, and also discusses the means by which Congress oversees the program and its uses. Pages: 6 Date: Updated January 10, 2000