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H.R.5410: National Security Reforms and Accountability Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Sept. 29, 2021
- Latest Major Action Sept. 30, 2021
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (14 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Sept. 29, 2021
Bill Summary
National Security Reforms and Accountability Act This bill limits presidential authorities related to, and increases congressional oversight of, introducing U.S. armed forces into hostilities, arms transactions, and national emergencies. The bill makes various changes to the War Powers Resolution, which provides procedures for Congress and the President to participate in decisions to send U.S. forces into hostilities. These changes include...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Sept. 30, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
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| Sept. 29, 2021 |
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.
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| Sept. 29, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) |