An amendment on the previous legislative day to prohibit the use of funds to introduce U.S. Armed Forces for combat into Honduras, Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, and Belize. This restriction will not apply if 1) Congress declares war or enacts specific authorization, or 2) such introduction is necessary because of clear and present danger a) of hostile attack against the U.S., its territories, or possessions, b) to a U.S. embassy, and c) necessitating evacuation of U.S. citizens or personnel. The amendment adds that this is not to be construed as limiting the Commander in Chief powers of the President.

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Amendment Number
772
Description
An amendment on the previous legislative day to prohibit the use of funds to introduce U.S. Armed Forces for combat into Honduras, Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, and Belize. This restriction will not apply if 1) Congress declares war or enacts specific authorization, or 2) such introduction is necessary because of clear and present danger a) of hostile attack against the U.S., its territories, or possessions, b) to a U.S. embassy, and c) necessitating evacuation of U.S. citizens or personnel. The amendment adds that this is not to be construed as limiting the Commander in Chief powers of the President.
Congress
98
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
May 24, 1984
Latest Action Text
Amendment Passed (Amended) in Committee of the Whole by Voice Vote.
Submitted Date
May 24, 1984
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Jun 30, 2021
Amendment 772 — Informed