Expressing the sense of Congress that the Government of the United States should submit to the Government of Iraq a draft bilateral status-of-forces agreement by not later than September 1, 2007.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (2 Oct 2007): Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H11158)
What this bill does
This congressional resolution, H.Con.Res. 97, expresses the sentiment of Congress. It urges the U.S. government to submit a draft agreement to the Iraqi government by September 1, 2007. This agreement would outline the terms for U.S. military forces operating in Iraq, addressing issues such as Iraq's sovereign rights and the legal status of U.S. personnel.
The resolution affects the relationship between the U.S. and Iraq, particularly concerning the presence of American troops. It is intended to acknowledge Iraq's sovereignty and define the legal framework for U.S. military operations. The resolution also aims to establish a process for coordinating investigations and operations involving both U.S. and Iraqi forces.
This measure was introduced in the House of Representatives in March 2007 and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The latest action noted is sponsor remarks in October 2007. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and Senate, it would represent Congress's view but would not have the force of law.
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Official summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the U.S. government should submit to the government of Iraq a draft bilateral status-of-forces agreement by September 1, 2007; and (2) such agreement should address the sovereign rights of Iraq, the legal status of U.S. personnel in Iraq, and establish primacy and coordinative mechanisms respecting investigations and operations involving U.S. and Iraqi military and civilian police forces.
Timeline
2 Oct 2007
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H11158)
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 97 do?
- This congressional resolution, H.Con.Res. 97, expresses the sentiment of Congress. It urges the U.S. government to submit a draft agreement to the Iraqi government by September 1, 2007. This agreement would outline the terms for U.S. military forces operating in Iraq, addressing issues such as Iraq's sovereign rights and the legal status of U.S. personnel. The resolution affects the relationship between the U.S. and Iraq, particularly concerning the presence of American troops. It is intended to acknowledge Iraq's sovereignty and define the legal framework for U.S. military operations. The resolution also aims to establish a process for coordinating investigations and operations involving both U.S. and Iraqi forces. This measure was introduced in the House of Representatives in March 2007 and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The latest action noted is sponsor remarks in October 2007. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and Senate, it would represent Congress's view but would not have the force of law.
- Has H.Con.Res. 97 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 97. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 97?
- H.Con.Res. 97 was sponsored by Rep. Israel, Steve [D-NY-2] (D-NY), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 97?
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H11158) (2 Oct 2007).
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