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A joint resolution requiring the advice and consent of the Senate or an Act of Congress to suspend, terminate, or withdraw the United States from the North Atlantic Treaty and authorizing related litigation, and for other purposes.
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Summary of Bill SJRES 37
The resolution also authorizes related litigation in order to ensure that any decision to withdraw from the treaty is made in a transparent and accountable manner. Additionally, the resolution includes provisions for other purposes related to the United States' involvement in the NATO alliance.
Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 37 seeks to ensure that any decision to withdraw from the North Atlantic Treaty is made with the proper oversight and approval of the Senate or Congress, and to provide a legal framework for addressing any related legal challenges.
Congressional Summary of SJRES 37
This joint resolution requires either the advice and consent of the Senate or an act of Congress before the President may suspend, denounce, or withdraw the United States from the North Atlantic Treaty. No funds may be used to support any decisions to suspend, denounce, or withdraw the United States from the treaty unless (1) both the House and the Senate pass a joint resolution approving withdrawal by a two-thirds vote, or (2) the funds are used pursuant to an act of Congress.
The President shall notify Congress in writing of any deliberation or decision to suspend, denounce, or withdraw from the treaty at least 180 days before taking such action. The President must also consult with Congress before providing such written notification.
Upon adoption of a resolution by the appropriate chamber, the joint resolution also allows the Senate Legal Counsel and the General Counsel of the House of Representatives to represent Congress in judicial proceedings related to actions that are inconsistent with this resolution.
