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H.R.383: War Powers Reform Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 23, 2013
- Latest Major Action Jan. 23, 2013
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
45 (11 Democrats, 34 Republicans)
Bill Summary
War Powers Reform Act - Amends the War Powers Resolution to direct the President in every possible instance to submit to Congress before introducing U.S. Armed Forces into hostilities or situations where imminent involvement in hostilities is clearly indicated a written report setting forth the estimated scope and duration of the hostilities or involvement. Directs the President, in the absence of a declaration of war or a specific statutory...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Jan. 23, 2013 |
Referred to House Rules
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Jan. 23, 2013 |
Referred to House Foreign Affairs
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Jan. 23, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Chris Gibson (R-N.Y.) |