Bill · H.R. 7059· House(119-HR-7059)
No Unauthorized War in Mexico Act
- Introduced
- 1/14/2026
- Last activity
- 1/14/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Joaquin Castro
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "No Unauthorized War in Mexico Act," seeks to restrict how the federal government uses its money regarding military actions. It prohibits the obligation or expenditure of funds for military force in or against Mexico through December 31, 2026. The only way to use these funds for such purposes would be if Congress declares war or passes a specific statutory authorization that meets War Powers Resolution requirements. There is an exception for military force consistent with section 2(c) of the War Powers Resolution.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+3
By restricting military force in or against Mexico, the bill reduces the potential for military conflict that could impact people of Mexican descent.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+3
The bill prioritizes congressional deliberation and statutory authorization over unilateral military action, favoring diplomatic or legislative processes.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+2
Limiting military force in or against Mexico may reduce tensions and potential violence at the border.
The opposite
Does this give the federal government more power?-3
The bill limits the executive branch's ability to unilaterally deploy military force, shifting more power to Congress.
Does this tighten control of the border?-2
The bill restricts the use of military force that might otherwise be used for border enforcement or security operations against Mexico.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Congressional Oversight: By requiring a declaration of war or specific statutory authorization, the bill ensures that Congress must approve the use of military force in or against Mexico, rather than allowing it through other means (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly identified in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Immigrants+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+3Reduces Military Spending+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security-2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2Increases Federal Power-3
- 1/14/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Sara JacobsDemocrat · California
Greg StantonDemocrat · Arizona