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S.J.Res. 7

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A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.

Introduced 1/30/2019•116th Congress•Senate

Latest Action

Failed of passage in Senate over veto by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 45. Record Vote Number: 94.

5/2/2019 • Senate

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.

Passed House • 4/4/2019

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Topics & Subjects

Conflicts and warsCongressional oversightDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadForeign aid and international reliefIntelligence activities, surveillance, classified informationIsraelMiddle EastMilitary assistance, sales, and agreementsMilitary operations and strategyPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsSaudi ArabiaTerrorismWar and emergency powersYemen

Amendments (7)

This bill has 7 amendments proposed or adopted.

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (20)

Party Breakdown

18
Democrats
1
Republicans
1
Independents

Sponsor

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Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]

Independent • VT

Sponsored 1/30/2019

Cosponsors (19)

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Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]

R-UT

Joined 1/30/2019

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Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

D-NJ

Joined 2/4/2019

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