Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HCR30

Introduced
3/28/23  

Caption

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.

Impact

The passage of HCR30 would significantly impact U.S. foreign policy and military strategy in Somalia, signaling a potential shift towards reducing direct military involvement in conflicts in that region. By instructing the President to withdraw forces, the resolution reflects legislative efforts to exercise control over military deployments, emphasizing accountability and careful consideration of U.S. military engagements abroad. This resolution could also affect U.S. relations with Somalia and neighboring countries, as a military withdrawal may be interpreted in various ways by local governments and groups.

Summary

HCR30 is a concurrent resolution that directs the President of the United States to remove all Armed Forces from Somalia, except for those assigned to protect the U.S. Embassy. This directive is framed within the context of the War Powers Resolution, which requires Congressional oversight over military engagements. The resolution emphasizes a timeline, mandating the withdrawal of troops within 365 days from the adoption of the resolution, which underscores the urgency and intent of Congress to limit U.S. military presence in Somalia.

Contention

There are notable points of contention surrounding HCR30. Supporters argue that this resolution is a necessary step towards re-evaluating the U.S. military's role in foreign conflicts, advocating for a more restrained foreign policy that prioritizes diplomacy over military intervention. Conversely, critics express concerns that withdrawing troops could lead to power vacuums or increased threats from terrorist organizations in the region, emphasizing the need for a continued military presence to stabilize Somalia. This debate encapsulates broader discussions within Congress about the U.S. military's role globally and the balance between national security interests and interventionist policies.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US HCR21

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Syria.

US HCR20

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Syria.

US HCR40

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

US HCR38

Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

US SJR44

A joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Niger that have not been authorized by Congress.

US SJR51

A joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress.

US SJR59

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

US HB464

Separation of Powers Restoration Act This bill restricts the ability of the President to exercise certain powers, such as declaring a national emergency. Specifically, the bill terminates all powers and authorities possessed by the President, any executive agency, or any federal officer that derive from a declaration of national emergency. It eliminates any statutory grant of authority allowing the President or any other officer or employee of the executive branch to declare a national emergency, specifying that such power is vested solely in Congress. Furthermore, for each presidential order (i.e., executive order, presidential proclamation, presidential directive, or similar presidential or executive branch instructions), the President must include a statement specifying the statutory or constitutional provision that grants the President the authority to issue the order. It also limits the effect of a presidential order to the executive branch, with certain exceptions, such as if the order cites the specific congressional enactment from which it derives its authority. The bill provides standing to challenge the validity of presidential orders to (1) certain federal, state, and local officials; and (2) persons adversely affected by the order. This bill also repeals the War Powers Resolution, a joint resolution that outlines procedures for Congress and the President to participate in decisions to send Armed Forces into hostilities.

US HB5196

Armed Forces Transgender Dependent Protection Act

US HR516

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Defense should review section 504 of title 10, United States Code, for purposes related to enlisting certain aliens in the Armed Forces.

Similar Bills

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