Bill · H.R. 8103· House(119-HR-8103)
To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Cuba, and for other purposes.
- Introduced
- 3/26/2026
- Last activity
- 3/26/2026 — 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
- Pramila Jayapal
- Cosponsors
- - 35 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill seeks to prohibit the use of funds for military force in or against the Republic of Cuba. This restriction would apply from the date the Act is enacted through December 31, 2026. The only exceptions to this prohibition are if Congress declares war or passes specific statutory authorization that meets War Powers Resolution requirements. Additionally, the prohibition does not apply to uses of military force consistent with section 2(c) of the War Powers Resolution.
Yes
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
By prohibiting military force against Cuba, the bill prioritizes non-military methods of engagement.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+2
The bill prohibits the use of funds for military force in or against Cuba through December 31, 2026.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2
The bill limits the potential for new military conflicts that could involve service members.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Restricts military spending for force against Cuba: The bill prevents the Federal Government from obligating or expending funds for military force in or against the Republic of Cuba unless specific congressional actions occur (Section 1(a)). This provides a check on how money is used regarding military actions in that region.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated: The provided text does not list any specific provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Reduces Military Spending+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+2
- 9/2/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/7/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/30/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/28/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/27/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/23/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/21/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/20/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/15/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/14/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/26/2026
- 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.
- 18 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Gabe AmoDemocrat · Rhode Island
Steve CohenDemocrat · Tennessee
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Joaquin CastroDemocrat · Texas
Greg CasarDemocrat · Texas
Mark DeSaulnierDemocrat · California
Maxine DexterDemocrat · Oregon
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Jesús GarcíaDemocrat · Illinois
Jahana HayesDemocrat · Connecticut
Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Sara JacobsDemocrat · California
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Julie JohnsonDemocrat · Texas
Ro KhannaDemocrat · California
Sydney Kamlager-DoveDemocrat · California
John LarsonDemocrat · Connecticut
Summer LeeDemocrat · Pennsylvania
James McGovernDemocrat · Massachusetts
Gregory MeeksDemocrat · New York
Seth MoultonDemocrat · Massachusetts
Sarah McBrideDemocrat · Delaware
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Alexandria Ocasio-CortezDemocrat · New York
Ilhan OmarDemocrat · Minnesota
Mark PocanDemocrat · Wisconsin
Delia RamirezDemocrat · Illinois
Emily RandallDemocrat · Washington
Janice SchakowskyDemocrat · Illinois
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico
Lateefah SimonDemocrat · California
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Nydia VelázquezDemocrat · New York
Maxine WatersDemocrat · California