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Introduced
05/16/2023
05/16/2023
In Committee
05/16/2023
05/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To prohibit funds available for the United States Armed Forces to be obligated or expended for introduction of United States Armed Forces into hostilities, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the Reclamation of War Powers Act, aims to fulfill the intent of the U.S. Constitution by ensuring that the collective judgment of both Congress and the President applies to the introduction of U.S. Armed Forces into hostilities or situations where imminent involvement in hostilities is likely. The bill prohibits the use of funds for such introduction of forces, except in cases of a declaration of war, specific statutory authorization, or a national emergency created by an attack or imminent threat of attack on the U.S. or its armed forces. The bill also requires the President to submit reports to Congress on the threat, objectives, scope, and likelihood of success of any such use of the armed forces. The bill's provisions do not alter the constitutional authority of Congress or the President, nor do they apply to certain approved intelligence activities.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (on 05/16/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3370/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr3370/BILLS-118hr3370ih.pdf |
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