Limit Military Hostilities in Western Hemisphere

Full Title:
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with presidentially designated terrorist organizations in the Western Hemisphere.

Summary#

This concurrent resolution directs the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with any presidentially designated terrorist organization in the Western Hemisphere. The removal would be required unless authorized by a declaration of war or a specific congressional authorization for use of military force. The resolution was introduced in the House on September 2, 2026, sponsored by Gregory Meeks and others, and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

What it means for you#

If enacted, the resolution would order the President to end U.S. military hostilities in the Western Hemisphere against presidentially designated terrorist organizations unless Congress approves military action. The resolution is currently in the House and has been referred to committee. No publicly available information on implementation details or timeline.

Expenses#

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Proponents' View#

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