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

3/13/2024, 10:34 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 44

Bill 118 SJRes 44 is a joint resolution that aims to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Niger that have not been authorized by Congress. The resolution is in response to concerns about the involvement of US military forces in Niger without proper authorization from Congress.

The resolution highlights the importance of Congress having the authority to declare war and authorize the use of military force. It argues that the deployment of US Armed Forces in Niger without congressional approval is a violation of the Constitution and undermines the democratic process.

The resolution calls for the immediate withdrawal of US military forces from hostilities in Niger that have not been authorized by Congress. It emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in the decision-making process when it comes to the use of military force. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 44 is a bipartisan effort to uphold the constitutional principles of checks and balances and ensure that the US military is only deployed in foreign conflicts with proper authorization from Congress.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 44

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in, or affecting, Niger within 30 days of this resolution's adoption unless a declaration of war or specific authorization for such use of the Armed Forces has been enacted.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 44

Bill SJRES 44 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 6, 2023. Bill SJRES 44 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 6, 2023.  Bill SJRES 44's most recent activity was Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 11 - 86. Record Vote Number: 270. as of October 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 44

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 44

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 44

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