A joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Ukraine that have not been authorized by Congress.

1/28/2025, 5:26 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 119 SJRes 5 is a joint resolution that aims to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Ukraine that have not been authorized by Congress. The bill is focused on ensuring that the US military is not involved in any conflicts in Ukraine without proper approval from Congress.

The resolution highlights the importance of Congress having the authority to declare war and authorize military actions, as outlined in the Constitution. It emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in decisions regarding the deployment of US troops in foreign conflicts.

The bill specifically targets any hostilities in Ukraine that have not been approved by Congress, indicating a desire to limit the involvement of US forces in the region to only those actions that have been properly authorized. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 5 seeks to uphold the constitutional principles of checks and balances by ensuring that Congress has the final say in matters of war and military intervention. It aims to prevent unauthorized military actions in Ukraine and promote congressional oversight of US military involvement in foreign conflicts.
Congress
119

Number
SJRES - 5

Introduced on
2025-01-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/23/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 119 SJRes 5 is a joint resolution that aims to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Ukraine that have not been authorized by Congress. The bill is focused on ensuring that the US military is not involved in any conflicts in Ukraine without proper approval from Congress.

The resolution highlights the importance of Congress having the authority to declare war and authorize military actions, as outlined in the Constitution. It emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in decisions regarding the deployment of US troops in foreign conflicts.

The bill specifically targets any hostilities in Ukraine that have not been approved by Congress, indicating a desire to limit the involvement of US forces in the region to only those actions that have been properly authorized. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 5 seeks to uphold the constitutional principles of checks and balances by ensuring that Congress has the final say in matters of war and military intervention. It aims to prevent unauthorized military actions in Ukraine and promote congressional oversight of US military involvement in foreign conflicts.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Ukraine that have not been authorized by Congress.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Comments

APPROVED
ES
Elijah Schultz
@boldo_mitsuba_mushroom84208
I can't believe they're trying to pull our troops out of Ukraine without Congress! #NotCool

APPROVED
CN
Chana Nash
@gem_squash_celery_powder_ciabatta14369
I dont think its good that they want to take our troops out of Ukraine. We need to keep them there to protect our interests. This bill is bad for America and I dont like it. #notgood

Who benefits from this bill? I dont know.

APPROVED
CL
Collins Lawrence
@mangoginger_water_chestnut_berbere67582
Remove troops from Ukraine now!

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/23/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.