Authorization for Use of Military Force Resolution of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 52

Bill 118 HJRes 52, also known as the Authorization for Use of Military Force Resolution of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. This bill seeks to authorize the President of the United States to use military force in certain situations.

The purpose of this resolution is to provide the President with the necessary authority to take military action in response to threats to the national security of the United States. This includes situations where the use of force is deemed necessary to protect American interests and citizens both at home and abroad.

The bill outlines the specific circumstances under which the President can use military force, as well as the limitations and requirements that must be met before such action can be taken. It also includes provisions for reporting to Congress on the use of military force and requires regular updates on the progress and outcomes of any military operations. Overall, the Authorization for Use of Military Force Resolution of 2023 is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to ensure the safety and security of the United States by providing the President with the necessary authority to respond to threats in a timely and effective manner.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 52

Authorization for Use of Military Force Resolution of 2023

This joint resolution repeals the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force, which authorizes the President to employ U.S. military forces against any nation, organization, or persons determined to have planned, authorized, committed, or aided the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, or harbored such persons.

This joint resolution also authorizes the President to use necessary and appropriate military force to defend against a direct and substantial armed attack against the United States, or a threat of such an attack, from Al Qaeda in Afghanistan, the Islamic State Khorasan organization based in Afghanistan, or the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. This authority sunsets four years after enactment.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 52

Bill HJRES 52 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since April 6, 2023. Bill HJRES 52 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 6, 2023.  Bill HJRES 52's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2058) as of April 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 52

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
18
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 52

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 52

Authorization for Use of Military Force Resolution of 2023Authorization for Use of Military Force Resolution of 2023To repeal and replace the Authorization for Use of Military Force.
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