Directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (14 Feb 2019): Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
What this bill does
This bill, H.J.Res. 37, would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in or affecting Yemen within 30 days, unless Congress authorizes a later date or enacts a declaration of war or specific authorization for the use of these forces. The bill specifically includes in-flight refueling of non-U.S. aircraft involved in the Yemen conflict as a form of "hostilities." Exceptions are made for U.S. forces operating against al-Qaeda.
The resolution affects U.S. military personnel involved in activities supporting the Saudi-led coalition against the Houthis in Yemen, such as aerial targeting assistance, intelligence sharing, and mid-flight refueling. It would not impact military operations or cooperation with Israel, nor would it disrupt certain intelligence, counterintelligence, or investigative activities. The President would also be required to submit reports to Congress assessing risks associated with ceasing support operations and potential increased terrorist attack risks if Saudi Arabia ends intelligence sharing with the U.S.
H.J.Res. 37 was introduced in the 116th Congress. It passed the House of Representatives on February 13, 2019, by a vote of 248 to 177. The bill's next step would be consideration by the Senate. This specific resolution was previously passed by the House in a prior session but did not pass the Senate.
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Official summary
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in or affecting Yemen within 30 days unless Congress authorizes a later withdrawal date, issues a declaration of war, or specifically authorizes the use of the Armed Forces. Prohibited activities include providing in-flight fueling for non-U.S. aircraft conducting missions as part of the conflict in Yemen. This joint resolution shall not affect any military operations directed at Al Qaeda.
The President must submit to Congress, within 90 days, reports assessing the risks that would be posed (1) if the United States were to cease supporting operations with respect to the conflict in Yemen, and (2) if Saudi Arabia were to cease sharing Yemen-related intelligence with the United States.
Timeline
14 Feb 2019
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Common questions
- What does H.J.Res. 37 do?
- This bill, H.J.Res. 37, would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in or affecting Yemen within 30 days, unless Congress authorizes a later date or enacts a declaration of war or specific authorization for the use of these forces. The bill specifically includes in-flight refueling of non-U.S. aircraft involved in the Yemen conflict as a form of "hostilities." Exceptions are made for U.S. forces operating against al-Qaeda. The resolution affects U.S. military personnel involved in activities supporting the Saudi-led coalition against the Houthis in Yemen, such as aerial targeting assistance, intelligence sharing, and mid-flight refueling. It would not impact military operations or cooperation with Israel, nor would it disrupt certain intelligence, counterintelligence, or investigative activities. The President would also be required to submit reports to Congress assessing risks associated with ceasing support operations and potential increased terrorist attack risks if Saudi Arabia ends intelligence sharing with the U.S. H.J.Res. 37 was introduced in the 116th Congress. It passed the House of Representatives on February 13, 2019, by a vote of 248 to 177. The bill's next step would be consideration by the Senate. This specific resolution was previously passed by the House in a prior session but did not pass the Senate.
- Has H.J.Res. 37 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.J.Res. 37. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.J.Res. 37?
- H.J.Res. 37 was sponsored by Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17] (D-CA), with 96 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.J.Res. 37?
- Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (14 Feb 2019).
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