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A joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress.
3/14/2024, 1:40 PM
Summary of Bill SJRES 51
Bill 118 SJRes 51 is a joint resolution that aims to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress. The bill is in response to concerns about the involvement of US military in Syria without proper authorization from Congress.
The resolution highlights the importance of Congress having the power to declare war and authorize military action, as outlined in the Constitution. It argues that the current situation in Syria, where US forces are engaged in hostilities without congressional approval, is a violation of this constitutional principle.
The bill calls for the immediate withdrawal of US Armed Forces from Syria, unless Congress has specifically authorized their presence. It emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in military actions, and stresses the importance of congressional oversight in matters of war and peace. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 51 is a bipartisan effort to uphold the constitutional authority of Congress in matters of war and military engagement. It seeks to ensure that US military actions are conducted in a manner that is consistent with the principles of democracy and the rule of law.
The resolution highlights the importance of Congress having the power to declare war and authorize military action, as outlined in the Constitution. It argues that the current situation in Syria, where US forces are engaged in hostilities without congressional approval, is a violation of this constitutional principle.
The bill calls for the immediate withdrawal of US Armed Forces from Syria, unless Congress has specifically authorized their presence. It emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in military actions, and stresses the importance of congressional oversight in matters of war and peace. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 51 is a bipartisan effort to uphold the constitutional authority of Congress in matters of war and military engagement. It seeks to ensure that US military actions are conducted in a manner that is consistent with the principles of democracy and the rule of law.
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Current Status of Bill SJRES 51
Bill SJRES 51 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 15, 2023. Bill SJRES 51 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 15, 2023. Bill SJRES 51's most recent activity was Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 13 - 84. Record Vote Number: 333. (consideration: CR S5836-5837) as of December 7, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 51
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 51
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 51
A joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress.
A joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress.
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