HJRES 65 · 114th Congress · International Affairs

Authorization of Use of Force Against Iran Resolution

Introduced 2015-09-08· Sponsored by Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.(2015-09-08)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Authorization of Use of Force Against Iran Resolution This bill authorizes the President to use the U.S. Armed Forces as necessary in order to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. Congress declares that this authorization is intended to constitute specific statutory authorization within the meaning of section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution, and that nothing in this joint resolution supersedes any requirement of the War Powers Resolution. Not later than 60 days after the date on which the President exercises the authority described in this resolution and every 60 days thereafter, the President shall report to Congress on the specific actions taken pursuant to such authority.…

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