H.RES.1069: Requiring the President to seek congressional authorization prior to any engagement of the United States Armed Forces against any adversary.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
  • Introduced Sept. 13, 2018
  • Latest Major Action Sept. 13, 2018

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Bill Summary

Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the President is required to: (1) seek congressional authorization prior to any engagement of the U.S. Armed Forces against Syria, Iran, or Russia; and (2) consult with Congress before introducing the U.S. Armed Forces into situations of hostilities. Expresses the sense of the House that the use of the U.S. Armed Forces without congressional authorization is illegal and unconstitutional.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sept. 13, 2018
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sept. 13, 2018

Introduced in the House by Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii)

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