Recognizing that article I, section 10 of the United States Constitution explicitly reserves to the States the sovereign power to repel an invasion and defend their citizenry from the overwhelming and "imminent danger" posed by paramilitary, narco-terrorist cartels, terrorists and criminal actors who seized control of our southern border.

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Summary of Bill HRES 50

Bill 119 HRES 50, titled "Recognizing that article I, section 10 of the United States Constitution explicitly reserves to the States the sovereign power to repel an invasion and defend their citizenry from the overwhelming and 'imminent danger' posed by paramilitary, narco-terrorist cartels, terrorists and criminal actors who seized control of our southern border," is a resolution that acknowledges the constitutional authority of states to protect their citizens from threats at the southern border.

The resolution highlights the importance of Article I, Section 10 of the United States Constitution, which grants states the power to repel invasions and defend their citizens from imminent danger. It specifically mentions the threats posed by paramilitary groups, narco-terrorist cartels, terrorists, and criminal actors who have taken control of the southern border.

The resolution emphasizes the need for states to take action to address these threats and protect their citizens. It calls for increased cooperation between federal, state, and local authorities to combat these dangerous groups and secure the border. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 50 aims to raise awareness of the constitutional authority of states to defend against threats at the southern border and calls for action to address the ongoing security challenges in the region.

Congressional Summary of HRES 50

This resolution declares that every state within the United States has the sovereign right to exclude any person who does not have the right to be there. It also declares that the states along the southern border (1) were invaded by terrorists, narco-terrorist cartels, and criminal actors from 2021 through 2024; and (2) have the sovereign and unilateral authority to defend themselves against such an invasion.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 50

Bill HRES 50 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill HRES 50 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025. Bill HRES 50's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 16, 2025

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Recognizing that article I, section 10 of the United States Constitution explicitly reserves to the States the sovereign power to repel an invasion and defend their citizenry from the overwhelming and "imminent danger" posed by paramilitary, narco-terrorist cartels, terrorists and criminal actors who seized control of our southern border.Recognizing that article I, section 10 of the United States Constitution explicitly reserves to the States the sovereign power to repel an invasion and defend their citizenry from the overwhelming and "imminent danger" posed by paramilitary, narco-terrorist cartels, terrorists and criminal actors who seized control of our southern border.

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