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Us Congress Senate Bill SJR51

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SJR51

Introduced
11/15/23  

Caption

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

Impact

If enacted, SJR51 would require the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Syria within 30 days of adoption unless a declaration of war or specific authorization has been provided by Congress. This would have significant implications for U.S. military operations in the region, especially considering ongoing threats from various militant groups and the complex geopolitical landscape involving actors like Iran, Turkey, and the Syrian government. The presence of U.S. forces has been justified in various past military actions against ISIS and other groups; however, this resolution could change the operational framework significantly.

Summary

SJR51 is a joint resolution introduced to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria that have not been authorized by Congress. The resolution is rooted in the assertion that Congress has the sole power to declare war and that the military presence in Syria lacks specific statutory authorizations. The bill cites the War Powers Clause as a framework guiding this legislative action and outlines that there are currently 900 U.S. troops deployed in Syria without proper Congressional authorization for their continued presence.

Contention

The bill has sparked discussions around the role of Congress in military engagement and raised questions about the legitimacy of current military operations. Proponents of the resolution argue that it is essential for Congress to assert its authority over military deployments, linking the ongoing U.S. presence in Syria to broader discussions about 'endless wars' and the need for transparency and accountability in military actions. Opponents may contest the resolution based on concerns regarding national security and the potential power vacuum that could follow a U.S. withdrawal from the region.

Latest SJR51 Activity

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US SJR6

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in or affecting Syria within 30 days of this resolution's adoption unless a declaration of war or specific authorization for such use of the Armed Forces has been enacted.

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 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 SJR5

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in or affecting Ukraine within 30 days of this resolution's adoption unless a declaration of war or specific authorization for such use of the Armed Forces has been enacted.

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 SCR45

A concurrent resolution affirming the nature and importance of the support of the United States for Syria.

US SR515

A resolution condemning attacks by Iranian military proxies on the armed forces of the United States in Iraq and Syria and emphasizing the urgency of responding to and deterring such attacks.

US SJR106

A joint resolution to authorize the use of United States Armed Forces against the Islamic Republic of Iran for threatening the national security of the United States through the development of nuclear weapons.

US SJR89

A joint resolution to direct the termination of the use of United States Armed Forces for the construction, maintenance, and operation of the Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore pier on the coast of the Gaza Strip that has not been authorized by Congress.

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