Bill · H.R. 1488· House(119-HR-1488)

To repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq.

Age: 73 years

New York

Introduced: 2/21/2025
Last activity: 2/21/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsored by: Gregory Meeks
Cosponsors: - 24 - 13

International Affairs

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill aims to repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq. It specifically targets the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution. Additionally, it seeks to repeal the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002.

Yes

Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+4
Repealing specific war authorizations can facilitate a shift toward diplomatic rather than military approaches in foreign policy.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+3
By repealing previous authorizations for military force in Iraq, the bill removes the legal basis for specific military actions and associated expenditures.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2
The repeal of war authorizations may reduce the likelihood of future conflicts that result in veteran casualties and long-term care needs.