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Accountability for Endless Wars Act of 2025

3/27/2025, 3:23 AM

Summary of Bill S 804

Bill 119 s 804, also known as the "Termination of Authorizations for Use of Military Force Act," is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish a time limit for the use of military force and declarations of war authorized by Congress. Specifically, the bill states that any authorization for the use of military force or declaration of war must be terminated no later than 10 years after it was enacted.

This bill aims to ensure that Congress regularly reviews and reevaluates the need for ongoing military actions and declarations of war. By setting a time limit, the bill seeks to prevent prolonged military engagements without proper oversight and accountability from Congress.

If passed, Bill 119 s 804 would require Congress to actively consider the necessity and effectiveness of any military force authorizations or declarations of war within a 10-year timeframe. This would help prevent the indefinite continuation of military actions without proper justification or evaluation. Overall, the Termination of Authorizations for Use of Military Force Act is a significant piece of legislation that seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and oversight in the use of military force by the US government.

Current Status of Bill S 804

Bill S 804 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill S 804 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 27, 2025.  Bill S 804's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1431) as of February 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 804

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 804

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 804

A bill to terminate authorizations for the use of military force and declarations of war no later than 10 years after the enactment of such authorizations or declarations.
A bill to terminate authorizations for the use of military force and declarations of war no later than 10 years after the enactment of such authorizations or declarations.

Comments

Beckham Jensen profile image

Beckham Jensen

651

1 year ago

I support ending authorizations for military force after 10 years. It will bring accountability. #politics

Alaia Sutton profile image

Alaia Sutton

631

1 year ago

This bill is so dumb, like why do we even need it? It's like, just a waste of time and money. I don't get why they're even talking about it. It's just gonna mess things up even more. Ugh, politicians are so annoying sometimes. But hey, maybe it'll actually do something good for once. Who knows? #confused The big picture is that this bill might actually make a difference, but I doubt it.

Jonathan Harmon profile image

Jonathan Harmon

633

1 year ago

I think this bill is a step in the right direction. It's important to have limits on military force and declarations of war to prevent endless conflicts. It could bring more accountability and transparency to our government's decisions on war. I hope it will lead to a more peaceful future for all of us.