To repeal the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution.

3/8/2023, 7:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3261

Bill 117 HR 3261, also known as the "Repeal of Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution," aims to revoke the authorization granted by Congress in 2002 for the use of military force in Iraq. The bill was introduced in response to concerns about the ongoing military presence in Iraq and the need to reassess the United States' involvement in the region.

If passed, this legislation would effectively nullify the authorization that was passed nearly two decades ago, which allowed the US military to engage in operations in Iraq. Supporters of the bill argue that the situation in Iraq has changed significantly since 2002 and that the authorization is no longer necessary or relevant.

Opponents of the bill, however, may argue that revoking the authorization could limit the ability of the US military to respond to threats in the region or undermine efforts to combat terrorism. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its outcome remains uncertain.

Congressional Summary of HR 3261

This bill repeals the January 14, 1991, resolution authorizing the use of military force against Iraq.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3261

Bill HR 3261 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 14, 2021. Bill HR 3261 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 14, 2021.  Bill HR 3261's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of July 12, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3261

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
70
Democrat Cosponsors
50
Republican Cosponsors
20
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3261

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional oversightIraqMiddle EastMilitary operations and strategyPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsWar and emergency powers

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3261

To repeal the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution.To repeal the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3261

Abigail Davis Spanberger
Abigail Davis Spanberger
Virginia(Democrat)
Juan Vargas
Juan Vargas
California(Democrat)
Fred Upton
Fred Upton
Michigan(Republican)
Van Taylor
Van Taylor
Texas(Republican)
Dina Titus
Dina Titus
Nevada(Democrat)
W. Gregory Steube
W. Gregory Steube
Florida(Republican)

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