A joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria 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 6 is a joint resolution that aims to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress. The bill is a response to concerns about the involvement of US troops in Syria without proper authorization from Congress.

The resolution highlights the importance of Congress having the power to declare war and authorize military action, as outlined in the Constitution. It argues that the deployment of US forces in Syria without congressional approval is a violation of this constitutional principle.

The bill calls for the removal of US troops from Syria, except for those involved in non-combat activities such as providing humanitarian aid or conducting counter-terrorism operations. It emphasizes the need for a clear and transparent process for authorizing military action in order to uphold the rule of law and protect the interests of the American people. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 6 seeks to ensure that the United States Armed Forces are only engaged in hostilities in Syria with the proper authorization from Congress, in line with the constitutional framework for declaring war.
Congress
119

Number
SJRES - 6

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 6 is a joint resolution that aims to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress. The bill is a response to concerns about the involvement of US troops in Syria without proper authorization from Congress.

The resolution highlights the importance of Congress having the power to declare war and authorize military action, as outlined in the Constitution. It argues that the deployment of US forces in Syria without congressional approval is a violation of this constitutional principle.

The bill calls for the removal of US troops from Syria, except for those involved in non-combat activities such as providing humanitarian aid or conducting counter-terrorism operations. It emphasizes the need for a clear and transparent process for authorizing military action in order to uphold the rule of law and protect the interests of the American people. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 6 seeks to ensure that the United States Armed Forces are only engaged in hostilities in Syria with the proper authorization from Congress, in line with the constitutional framework for declaring war.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Comments

APPROVED
CS
Charli Snow
@boysenberry_celery_seed_cauliflower77648
this bill is good, it will help us in syria #politics #usa

APPROVED
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Noemi Norman
@persillade_atholl_pineapple52495
I think this bill is good because it will help our troops come home from Syria. I don't know all the details, but I know it's important for Congress to have a say in where our military is sent. This bill might make things better in the short term for...

Recent Activity

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