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13 results for “war powers”
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.Con.Res. 89 · Oct 08, 2026
SI Bipartisan War Powers Compliance and Force Protection Proposal for Iran Hostilities
Prevent an unauthorized United States war with Iran by ending direct hostilities unless Congress votes to declare war or authorize force, while preserving self-defense. Congress decides whether the nation goes to war. Article I, Section 8,…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.Con.Res. 84 · Jun 07, 2026
Lebanon Troop Withdrawal Authorization and Oversight Act of 2025
To compel the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from Lebanon under the War Powers Resolution, asserting congressional authority over military engagements abroad. This Act authorizes and directs the President to withdraw all United…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to S. 4708 · Jul 29, 2026
Arctic Security and Diplomacy Alignment Act of 2025
…with foreign nations and Indian tribes) Article I, Section 8, Clauses 11–14 (war powers, army, navy, coast guard) Article II, Section 2, Clause 2 (treaty power, requiring Senate advice and consent) Tenth Amendment (powers reserved to the…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to S.Res. 852 · Oct 12, 2026
Narrow Oversight Report on Citizen Deaths and Detention Conditions
…federal aid and oversight decisions, not direct state action or displace powers reserved by the Tenth Amendment. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 Article I, Section 8, Clause 10 Fifth Amendment Due Process Tenth Amendment
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.R. 10076 · Aug 14, 2026
Countering Russian and Iranian Aggression Through Targeted and Accountable Sanctions Act of 2026
…the law of nations, and make all laws necessary and proper to carry out those powers. The President shall, within 180 days of enactment, issue an executive order imposing sanctions on persons designated by the Secretary of State, the…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.R. 9086 · Oct 12, 2026
Foreign Service Readiness With Cost Limits and Review
Strengthen the Foreign Service so diplomats are better prepared, led, and staffed for difficult overseas work, including direct work outside secure compounds. Congress has the power to fund and organize diplomacy, and that power is…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.R. 9728 · Jul 18, 2026
Foreign Service Workforce Flexibility and Due Process Act of 2026
…the executive's foreign affairs power, it may exceed Congress's enumerated powers under Article I. Potential Fifth Amendment due process concerns if the RIF process does not provide adequate notice or hearing for affected employees.…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to S. 4392 · Jul 29, 2026
Energy Security Partnership Act of 2025
To enhance U.S. energy security through international agreements that coordinate energy reserves, infrastructure, and technology sharing with partner nations. This Act authorizes the Secretary of Energy, in consultation with the Secretary…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.R. 9147 · Jun 06, 2026
Regional Normalization Support and Reporting Act of 2026
…affecting international commerce) Tenth Amendment (reserving to states powers not delegated — here not triggered because this is federal-to-federal coordination, not commandeering)
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.R. 10095 · Aug 15, 2026
Foreign Service Leave Per Diem Accountability and Fairness Act
To ensure that Foreign Service members who are required to take leave (e.g., for medical, safety, or administrative reasons) receive per diem allowances during that leave to cover living expenses, similar to when they are on duty. This Act…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to S.Res. 830 · Aug 06, 2026
Senate Resolution Honoring the 80th Anniversary of the Fulbright Program
To formally recognize the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program, a U.S. international educational exchange program, by a ceremonial resolution of the Senate. This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the 80th anniversary…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.R. 9162 · Jun 07, 2026
Connected Vehicle National Security Review and Licensing Act
Prevent connected vehicles—ones linked to foreign adversary governments—from entering the U.S. market, to protect national security and consumer data from foreign surveillance and control. Section 1. Short title and findings. This Act may…
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VFA SI Solution · SI Solution responding to H.R. 8665 · May 13, 2026
Secure Allied Defense Sales Authorization Act
…commerce with foreign nations) Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 (declare war and make rules for captures) Article I, Section 9, Clause 7 (appropriations control)