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Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Syria.
12/15/2023, 3:50 PM
Summary of Bill HCONRES 21
Bill 118 hconres 21, also known as the Directing the President to Remove US Armed Forces from Syria Resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to invoke section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to require the President to withdraw the United States Armed Forces from Syria.
The bill highlights the ongoing military presence of US troops in Syria and calls for their removal. It emphasizes the importance of Congress's role in authorizing the use of military force and asserts that the deployment of troops in Syria without congressional approval is unconstitutional.
The legislation argues that the US military presence in Syria is not authorized by Congress and therefore violates the War Powers Resolution. It calls for the President to withdraw all US Armed Forces from Syria within 30 days of the resolution's enactment. Supporters of the bill argue that the US military presence in Syria is costly and unnecessary, and that the conflict in Syria should be resolved through diplomatic means. They believe that Congress must assert its authority over matters of war and peace. Opponents of the bill may argue that the US military presence in Syria is necessary for national security reasons and to combat terrorist threats in the region. They may also argue that a hasty withdrawal of troops could destabilize the region and harm US interests. Overall, Bill 118 hconres 21 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses the issue of US military involvement in Syria and asserts Congress's authority over matters of war. It will be important to monitor the progress of this bill and any potential impacts on US foreign policy in the region.
The bill highlights the ongoing military presence of US troops in Syria and calls for their removal. It emphasizes the importance of Congress's role in authorizing the use of military force and asserts that the deployment of troops in Syria without congressional approval is unconstitutional.
The legislation argues that the US military presence in Syria is not authorized by Congress and therefore violates the War Powers Resolution. It calls for the President to withdraw all US Armed Forces from Syria within 30 days of the resolution's enactment. Supporters of the bill argue that the US military presence in Syria is costly and unnecessary, and that the conflict in Syria should be resolved through diplomatic means. They believe that Congress must assert its authority over matters of war and peace. Opponents of the bill may argue that the US military presence in Syria is necessary for national security reasons and to combat terrorist threats in the region. They may also argue that a hasty withdrawal of troops could destabilize the region and harm US interests. Overall, Bill 118 hconres 21 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses the issue of US military involvement in Syria and asserts Congress's authority over matters of war. It will be important to monitor the progress of this bill and any potential impacts on US foreign policy in the region.
Congressional Summary of HCONRES 21
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove the U.S. Armed Forces from Syria within 180 days of the adoption of this concurrent resolution.
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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 21
Bill HCONRES 21 is currently in the status of Failed in House since March 8, 2023. Bill HCONRES 21 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 1, 2023. Bill HCONRES 21's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of March 8, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 21
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 21
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 21
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Syria.
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Syria.
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