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Authorization for Use of Military Force Against al-Qaeda, the Taliban, and the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria

Bill: 115-sjres-43
Sponsor: Sen. Flake, Jeff [R-AZ]
Introduced: 2017-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional oversight
Iraq
Legislative rules and procedure
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Syria
Terrorism
War and emergency powers

Summary:
action_date: 2017-05-25
text: 

Authorization for Use of Military Force Against al-Qaeda, the Taliban, and the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria

 
This joint resolution: (1) authorizes the President, for the next five years, to use all necessary and appropriate force to prevent any future acts of international terrorism against the United States by al-Qaeda, the Taliban, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), or any associated persons or forces that are engaged in hostilities against the United States, its Armed Forces, or its other personnel; and (2) is intended to constitute specific statutory authorization to introduce U.S. Armed Forces into hostilities or into situations wherein involvement in hostilities is clearly indicated by the circumstances, within the meaning of the War Powers Resolution.
 
Subject to a joint resolution of disapproval of such action, the use of force may take place in a country (other than Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Somalia, Libya, or Yemen) if the President submits a report to Congress on the use of force in such country that: (1) names the country; (2) describes the presence of al-Qaeda, the Taliban, ISIS, or associated persons or forces; and (3) justifies the use of force.
 
The bill repeals: (1) the Authorization for Use of Military Force enacted on September 18, 2001, and (2) the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002.
 
The President shall report to Congress setting forth a comprehensive U.S. strategy encompassing military, economic, humanitarian, and diplomatic capabilities to protect the United States and defeat al-Qaeda, the Taliban, and ISIS.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-05-25
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2017-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution condemning the deadly attack on May 26, 2017, in Portland, Oregon, expressing deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims, and supporting efforts to overcome hatred, bigotry, and violence.

Bill: 115-sjres-44
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Introduced: 2017-06-06 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Hate crimes
Oregon
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-06
text: 
This joint resolution condemns the deadly attack on May 26, 2017, in Portland, Oregon, in which two innocent people were killed and one injured while standing up to hate and intolerance.
 
Congress offers deepest condolences to the families of Rick Best and Taliesin Myrddin Namkai-Meche.
 
Congress supports community efforts towards healing from this terrible crime.
 
Congress supports nationwide efforts to overcome hatred, bigotry, and violence. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-06
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2017-06-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution condemning the deadly attack on May 26, 2017, in Portland, Oregon, expressing deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims, and supporting efforts to overcome hatred, bigotry, and violence.

Bill: 115-sjres-45
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Introduced: 2017-06-08 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Hate crimes
Oregon
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-08
text: 
This joint resolution condemns the attack in Portland, Oregon, on May 26, 2017. It offers condolences to the families and friends of the victims who were killed and expresses hope for the recovery of the individual who was injured.

action_date: 2017-06-08
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
This joint resolution condemns the attack in Portland, Oregon, on May 26, 2017. It offers condolences to the families and friends of the victims who were killed and expresses hope for the recovery of the individual who was injured.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2017-06-12
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2017-06-09
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2017-06-08
text: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3372-3373; text as passed Senate: CR S3372-3373)
action_date: 2017-06-08
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3372-3373; text as passed Senate: CR S3372-3373)
action_date: 2017-06-08
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing the Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.

Bill: 115-sjres-46
Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Introduced: 2017-06-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Constitution and constitutional amendments
First Amendment rights
National symbols

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-14
text: 

Constitutional Amendment 

 
 This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to authorize Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the U.S. flag.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-14
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3491)
action_date: 2017-06-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Arbitration Agreements".

Bill: 115-sjres-47
Sponsor: Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]
Introduced: 2017-07-20 in the Senate
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Alternative dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration
Business records
Congressional oversight
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Consumer credit
Financial services and investments
Government information and archives

Summary:
action_date: 2017-07-20
text: 
This joint resolution nullifies a rule submitted by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding arbitration agreements. 
 
(The rule regulates the use of arbitration agreements in contracts for specific consumer financial products and services. It prohibits the use of a predispute arbitration agreement to prevent a consumer from filing or participating in certain class action suits. The rule also requires consumer financial product and service providers to furnish the CFPB with particular information regarding arbitrations.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-07-20
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
action_date: 2017-07-20
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to parental rights.

Bill: 115-sjres-48
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2017-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Child care and development
Constitution and constitutional amendments
Elementary and secondary education
Family relationships
International law and treaties

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: 

Constitutional Amendment

 
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment stating that:
 
 
the liberty of parents to direct the upbringing, education, and care of their children is a fundamental right; 
 
the parental right to direct education includes the right to choose, as an alternative to public education, private, religious, or home schools, and the right to make reasonable choices within public schools for one's child; 
 
neither the United States nor any state shall infringe upon these rights without demonstrating that its governmental interest as applied to the person is of the highest order and not otherwise served; 
 
the parental rights guaranteed by this amendment shall not be denied or abridged on account of disability; 
 
this amendment shall not be construed to apply to a parental action or decision that would end life; and 
 
no treaty may be adopted nor shall any source of international law be employed to supersede, modify, interpret, or apply to the rights guaranteed by this amendment. 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Georgia of Javelin Missiles and Javelin Command Launch Units.

Bill: 115-sjres-50
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Introduced: 2017-12-07 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Congressional oversight
Europe
Georgia (Republic)
Military assistance, sales, and agreements

Summary:
action_date: 2017-12-07
text: 
This joint resolution prohibits the issuance of a letter of offer with respect to the proposed sale of 410 Javelin missiles, 72 Javelin Command Launch Units, and related equipment and support to the government of Georgia.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-12-07
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2017-12-07
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve.

Bill: 115-sjres-51
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Introduced: 2017-12-21 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional districts and representation
Congressional elections
Constitution and constitutional amendments
House of Representatives
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2017-12-21
text: 

Constitutional Amendment

 
 This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment limiting Members of the House of Representatives to nine consecutive terms and Members of the Senate to three consecutive terms.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-12-21
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2017-12-21
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution honoring the life of William "Billy" F. Graham, Jr.

Bill: 115-sjres-53
Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC]
Introduced: 2018-02-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Congressional tributes
North Carolina
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: 
This joint resolution extends the sympathies of Congress to the family of the Reverend William &quot;Billy&quot; F. Graham, Jr., and honors his life, his ministry, and his contributions to North Carolina, the United States, and the moral and religious life of millions of individuals. 

action_date: 2018-02-28
text: 
This joint resolution extends the sympathies of Congress to the family of the Reverend William &quot;Billy&quot; F. Graham, Jr., and honors his life, his ministry, and his contributions to North Carolina, the United States, and the moral and religious life of millions of individuals. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1258-1260; text: CR S1259)
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1258-1260; text: CR S1259)
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution to require certifications regarding actions by Saudi Arabia in Yemen, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-sjres-55
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Introduced: 2018-03-08 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Congressional oversight
Defense spending
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Food assistance and relief
Foreign aid and international relief
Iran
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Saudi Arabia
Terrorism
Yemen

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-08
text: 
This joint resolution requires the Department of State, by 30, 180, and 360 days after this bill's enactment, to submit to Congress certifications of whether the government of Saudi Arabia is undertaking: (1) a good faith effort to conduct diplomatic negotiations to end the civil war in Yemen, and (2) appropriate measures to increase access for all Yemenis to food, fuel, and medicine. 
 
If the State Department is unable to certify that such government is taking such action, no federal funds may be obligated or expended for U.S. air refueling of Saudi-led coalition non-U.S. aircraft conducting missions in Yemen other than missions related to:
 
 
 al Qaeda, al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, and the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria; 
 
 Iranian terrorist activities in Yemen; 
 
 countering the transport, assembly, or employment of Iranian ballistic missiles or components in Yemen; 
 
 helping coalition aircraft return safely to base in emergency situations; or 
 
 force protection of U.S. aircraft or personnel.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-08
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2018-03-08
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Payday, Vehicle, Title, and Certain High-Cost Installment Loans".

Bill: 115-sjres-56
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2018-03-22 in the Senate
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Business records
Congressional oversight
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Consumer credit
Credit and credit markets
Government information and archives
Licensing and registrations

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-22
text: 
This joint resolution nullifies the rule finalized by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on November 17, 2017, regarding payday, vehicle title, and other high-cost installment loans.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-22
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
action_date: 2018-03-22
text: Introduced in Senate
Authorization for Use of Military Force of 2018

Bill: 115-sjres-59
Sponsor: Sen. Corker, Bob [R-TN]
Introduced: 2018-04-16 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Africa
Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional oversight
Iraq
Legislative rules and procedure
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Saudi Arabia
Somalia
Syria
Terrorism
War and emergency powers
Yemen

Summary:
action_date: 2018-04-16
text: 

Authorization for Use of Military Force of 2018

 
This joint resolution authorizes the President to use all necessary and appropriate force against the Taliban, al Qaeda, the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, Al Shabaab, Al Qaeda in Syria (including Al Nusrah Front), the Haqqani Network, Al Qaeda in the Islamic Mahgreb, and other non-state associated forces designated by the President. The joint resolution provides for related congressional review and oversight.
 
The Authorization for Use of Military Force (P.L. 107-40) and the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 (P.L. 107-243) are repealed.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-06-06
text: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Senate Subcommittee on Federal Spending Oversight and Emergency Management. Hearings held.
action_date: 2018-05-16
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Hearings held.
action_date: 2018-04-16
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2018-04-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Barbara M. Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.

Bill: 115-sjres-60
Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Introduced: 2018-04-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Federal officials
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Smithsonian Institution

Summary:
action_date: 2018-04-24
text: 
This joint resolution reappoints Barbara M. Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 

action_date: 2018-05-17
text: 
This joint resolution reappoints Barbara M. Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 

action_date: 2018-06-28
text: 
This joint resolution reappoints Barbara M. Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 

action_date: 2018-07-20
text: 
This joint resolution reappoints Barbara M. Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-07-20
text: Became Public Law No: 115-199.
action_date: 2018-07-20
text: Became Public Law No: 115-199.
action_date: 2018-07-20
text: Signed by President.
action_date: 2018-07-20
text: Signed by President.
action_date: 2018-07-10
text: Presented to President.
action_date: 2018-07-10
text: Presented to President.
action_date: 2018-06-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2018-06-28
text: On passage Passed without objection. (text: CR H5853)
action_date: 2018-06-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection.(text: CR H5853)
action_date: 2018-06-28
text: Mr. Harper asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
action_date: 2018-06-28
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H5853)
action_date: 2018-06-28
text: Committee on House Administration discharged.
action_date: 2018-06-28
text: Committee on House Administration discharged.
action_date: 2018-05-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2018-05-21
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2018-05-21
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2018-05-17
text: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S3778)
action_date: 2018-05-17
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S3778)
action_date: 2018-05-17
text: Senate Committee on Rules and Administration discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3778)
action_date: 2018-05-17
text: Senate Committee on Rules and Administration discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3778)
action_date: 2018-04-24
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
action_date: 2018-04-24
text: Introduced in Senate

Enacted as: number: 115-199
Constitutional Consideration for Use of Force Resolution

Bill: 115-sjres-61
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Introduced: 2018-05-23 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional oversight
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Foreign aid and international relief
Government information and archives
Iraq
Legislative rules and procedure
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military operations and strategy
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Terrorism
War and emergency powers

Summary:
action_date: 2018-05-23
text: 

Constitutional Consideration for Use of Force Resolution

 
This bill sets forth new authorities for the use of force by U.S. Armed Forces in Iraq, Afghanistan, or additional countries against the Taliban, al Qaeda, and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), and any new non-state organizations or forces. The bill also repeals the separate authorizations for the use of military force by the United States with respect to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and the war in Iraq. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-05-23
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2018-05-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A joint resolution formalizing congressional opposition to any withdrawal from the North Atlantic Treaty, requiring the advice and consent of the Senate to modify or terminate the North Atlantic Treaty, and authorizing litigation to advance the Senate's constitutional authority.

Bill: 115-sjres-62
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Introduced: 2018-07-26 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Civil actions and liability
Collective security
Congressional oversight
Europe
International law and treaties
Judicial review and appeals
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2018-07-26
text: 
This joint resolution states that Congress opposes any effort to withdraw the United States from the North Atlantic Treaty. 
 
The President may withdraw from the North Atlantic Treaty, in accordance with its terms and pursuant to the advice and consent of the Senate, only if two-thirds of the Senators present concur, or pursuant to an Act of Congress.
 
The Senate Legal Counsel may represent the Senate in initiating or intervening in federal judicial proceedings to oppose U.S. withdrawal from the North Atlantic Treaty and to ensure that any such withdrawal is pursuant to the advice and consent of the Senate or an Act of Congress.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-07-26
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5426-5427)
action_date: 2018-07-26
text: Introduced in Senate