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DemocratBill · H.Con.Res. 115· House(119-HCONRES-115)

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.

Rep. Meeks
Age: 73 years
New York
Introduced
9/2/2026
Last activity
9/14/2026 — Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5610)
Sponsored by
Gregory Meeks
Cosponsors
Democrat - 4Republican - 0
International Affairs
  1. Introduced

A concurrent resolution is how the House and the Senate settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.

What this bill would do

This resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with presidentially designated terrorist organizations in the Western Hemisphere. The action is taken pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution. The requirement applies unless the hostilities are authorized by a declaration of war or a specific congressional authorization for use of military force against the designated organization. The text was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Meeks, along with co-sponsors Mr. Smith of Washington, Mr. Himes, and Mr. Thompson of Mississippi, on September 2, 2026. Following its introduction, the resolution was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Yes· 3 of 8

  • Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+2

    The resolution aims to end military hostilities, which would reduce overall military spending.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government owes?+1

    Reducing military hostilities may lead to long-term reductions in defense spending.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+1

    Decreasing military engagement can reduce the fiscal burden of active hostilities.

The opposite

  • Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?-2

    Reducing active hostilities might decrease immediate counter-terrorism engagement capabilities.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?-1

    The resolution acts as a check on executive power by directing the President through Congress.