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.

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;
• whether the presumed benefits of the proposed action outweigh the harm done;
• whether there is a reasonable probability that the proposed action will succeed; and
• whether all alternatives to military action have been exhausted.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1009, titled "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," is a resolution introduced in the US House of Representatives.

The purpose of this resolution is to emphasize the importance of considering "Just War" principles before making any decisions related to declaring war or authorizing the use of military force. The resolution highlights the need for careful deliberation and ethical considerations when it comes to matters of war and conflict.

The resolution calls on members of the House of Representatives to take into account factors such as just cause, proportionality, and likelihood of success when evaluating whether to support a declaration of war or authorization of military force. It also stresses the importance of exhausting all diplomatic options before resorting to military action. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1009 aims to promote a more thoughtful and ethical approach to decisions regarding war and military intervention, encouraging lawmakers to consider the moral implications and consequences of their actions before committing to armed conflict.