An amendment to prohibit the commitment of U.S. troops in the Middle East, Korea, or Western Europe for combat. This is not to apply if 1) Congress declares war or enacts specific authorization for such introduction, 2) the introduction is necessary because of a) clear and present danger of hostile attack on the U.S., its territories or posessions, or c) provide necessary protection for and to evacuate U.S. government personnel or U.S. citizens.

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Amendment Number
771
Description
An amendment to prohibit the commitment of U.S. troops in the Middle East, Korea, or Western Europe for combat. This is not to apply if 1) Congress declares war or enacts specific authorization for such introduction, 2) the introduction is necessary because of a) clear and present danger of hostile attack on the U.S., its territories or posessions, or c) provide necessary protection for and to evacuate U.S. government personnel or U.S. citizens.
Congress
98
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
May 24, 1984
Latest Action Text
Amendment Failed of Passage in Committee of Whole by Recorded Vote: 27 - 379 (Record Vote No: 176).
Submitted Date
May 24, 1984
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Jun 30, 2021
Amendment 771 — Informed