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Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove all United States Armed Forces, other than United States Armed Forces assigned to protect the United States Embassy, from Somalia.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Summary of Bill HCONRES 30
Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 30, also known as the War Powers Resolution, directs the President to remove all United States Armed Forces from Somalia, with the exception of those assigned to protect the United States Embassy. This resolution is in accordance with section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, which gives Congress the authority to require the removal of US military forces from a foreign country.
The purpose of this bill is to limit US military involvement in Somalia and to prevent any further escalation of conflict in the region. By withdrawing all US Armed Forces, except those protecting the embassy, Congress aims to reduce the risk of American troops becoming entangled in the ongoing conflict in Somalia.
This resolution is non-partisan and focuses solely on the strategic implications of maintaining US military presence in Somalia. It does not take a stance on the political or humanitarian situation in the country, but rather seeks to ensure that US military forces are only deployed when absolutely necessary for the protection of American interests. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 30 is a measured and thoughtful approach to addressing US military involvement in Somalia, emphasizing the importance of congressional oversight and adherence to the War Powers Resolution.
The purpose of this bill is to limit US military involvement in Somalia and to prevent any further escalation of conflict in the region. By withdrawing all US Armed Forces, except those protecting the embassy, Congress aims to reduce the risk of American troops becoming entangled in the ongoing conflict in Somalia.
This resolution is non-partisan and focuses solely on the strategic implications of maintaining US military presence in Somalia. It does not take a stance on the political or humanitarian situation in the country, but rather seeks to ensure that US military forces are only deployed when absolutely necessary for the protection of American interests. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 30 is a measured and thoughtful approach to addressing US military involvement in Somalia, emphasizing the importance of congressional oversight and adherence to the War Powers Resolution.
Congressional Summary of HCONRES 30
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove all U.S. Armed Forces from Somalia, other than those assigned to protect the U.S. embassy in Somalia, within 365 days of the adoption of this concurrent resolution.
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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 30
Bill HCONRES 30 is currently in the status of Failed in House since April 27, 2023. Bill HCONRES 30 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 28, 2023. Bill HCONRES 30's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of April 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 30
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 30
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Africa
- Emergency planning and evacuation
- Federal officials
- Military personnel and dependents
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Somalia
- War and emergency powers
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 30
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove all United States Armed Forces, other than United States Armed Forces assigned to protect the United States Embassy, from Somalia.
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove all United States Armed Forces, other than United States Armed Forces assigned to protect the United States Embassy, from Somalia.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HCONRES 30
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