Expressing the sense of Congress on the new strategy in Iraq.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Jan 2007): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Con.Res. 45, expresses the sense of Congress regarding the strategy in Iraq. It supports the recommendations of the Iraq Study Group, which include repositioning U.S. troops to focus on training Iraqi forces and counter-terrorism, establishing a framework for cooperation with Iraqi leaders with clear objectives, launching a diplomatic initiative for regional stability, and requiring the administration to consult with Congress on Iraq policies.
The resolution affects the U.S. government's approach to the war in Iraq. It aims to guide future policy by emphasizing the importance of Iraqi self-governance and a unified regional approach. The resolution does not intend to question the President's authority as Commander-in-Chief.
Introduced in the House of Representatives on January 24, 2007, H.Con.Res. 45 was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Armed Services. This means it is currently under consideration by these committees. As a concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress, it does not require the President's signature to become law but serves to convey Congress's opinion.
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Timeline
24 Jan 2007
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 45 do?
- This resolution, H.Con.Res. 45, expresses the sense of Congress regarding the strategy in Iraq. It supports the recommendations of the Iraq Study Group, which include repositioning U.S. troops to focus on training Iraqi forces and counter-terrorism, establishing a framework for cooperation with Iraqi leaders with clear objectives, launching a diplomatic initiative for regional stability, and requiring the administration to consult with Congress on Iraq policies. The resolution affects the U.S. government's approach to the war in Iraq. It aims to guide future policy by emphasizing the importance of Iraqi self-governance and a unified regional approach. The resolution does not intend to question the President's authority as Commander-in-Chief. Introduced in the House of Representatives on January 24, 2007, H.Con.Res. 45 was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Armed Services. This means it is currently under consideration by these committees. As a concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress, it does not require the President's signature to become law but serves to convey Congress's opinion.
- Has H.Con.Res. 45 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 45. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 45?
- H.Con.Res. 45 was sponsored by Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10] (R-VA), with 11 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 45?
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (24 Jan 2007).
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