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- H.RES.1009
H.RES.1009: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the consideration of "Just War" principles prior to any vote with respect to a declaration of war or an authorization of the use of military force.
About This Bill
- Introduced March 29, 2022
- Latest Major Action March 29, 2022
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
23 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 29, 2022
Bill Summary
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that prior to introducing U.S. Armed Forces into hostilities, the House should also determine whether such introduction is for the purpose of a just cause, such as stopping a genocide or ethnic cleansing; whether the proposed action will be in response, and will be proportional, to the underlying just cause, and will be undertaken with the intent to reestablish peace; ...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 29, 2022 |
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| March 29, 2022 |
Introduced in the House by Jerry McNerney (D-Calif.) |