No WAR Act
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Overview
This bill, the ‘No WAR Act,’ aims to prevent the use of reconciliation – a fast-track process for passing budget legislation – to fund military operations against Iran without explicit congressional authorization. Specifically, it establishes a point of order that can be raised in Congress to block reconciliation bills that provide budget authority for hostilities against Iran, including those conducted by proxy forces. This ensures that any military action against Iran requires a formal declaration of war or a specific authorization from Congress.
Key provisions
- Creates a point of order against reconciliation bills funding hostilities against Iran.
- Defines ‘hostilities’ to include offensive military operations, strikes, covert actions, and sustained armed conflict.
- Includes ‘proxy forces’ – foreign military groups operating with U.S. support – within the scope of the restriction.
- Requires a declaration of war or specific authorization for use of military force for any military action against Iran.
- Allows for waiver of the point of order with a vote of three-fifths of the Senate (60 votes).
Who is affected
- Congress
- The Executive Branch (specifically, those involved in budget and foreign policy decisions)
- The United States Government
- Iran
Notable changes
- Adds a new point of order to the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974.
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