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S.J.Res. 59

Authorization for Use of Military Force of 2018

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Force (P.L. 107-40) and the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 (P.L. 107-243) are repealed.

Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Senate Subcommittee on Federal Spending Oversight and Emergency Management. Hearings held.

Sen. Corker, Bob [R-TN](R-TN)Sponsor
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  1. Committee

    Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Senate Subcommittee on Federal Spending Oversight and Emergency Management. Hearings held.

    Federal Spending Oversight and Emergency Management Subcommittee
  2. Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Hearings held.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  3. IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  4. IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Authorization for Use of Military Force of 2018 — Informed