Bill Summary
This concurrent resolution aims to limit the use of United States Armed Forces in hostilities related to Venezuela without proper Congressional authorization. It stipulates that the President must withdraw U.S. military forces involved in such hostilities unless Congress has either declared war or provided specific legal authorization for military action. This measure reinforces the principle of congressional oversight over military engagements as established by the War Powers Resolution.
Possible Impacts
The concurrent resolution directing the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela could affect people in the following ways:
1. **Military Personnel Impact**: The resolution may lead to the withdrawal of U.S. military personnel stationed in or involved in operations related to Venezuela. This could affect the lives of service members and their families, as they may return home, experience reduced deployment-related stress, or face challenges reintegrating into civilian life.
2. **Diplomatic Relations**: The removal of military forces could alter the dynamics of U.S.-Venezuela relations. This may affect Venezuelan citizens by potentially reducing U.S. military presence, which could either ease tensions or lead to increased instability in the region, impacting civilians who might depend on diplomatic solutions for peace and humanitarian aid.
3. **Humanitarian Consequences**: If the resolution leads to a decrease in U.S. military involvement, it may impact humanitarian efforts within Venezuela. Citizens relying on international support for food, medical supplies, or shelter might face challenges if U.S. military presence is replaced by a lack of engagement, further complicating the humanitarian crisis in the country.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Con. Res. 64 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. CON. RES. 64
To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities
within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
December 1, 2025
Mr. McGovern (for himself, Mr. Castro of Texas, Mr. Khanna, Ms. Jacobs,
and Ms. Kamlager-Dove) submitted the following concurrent resolution;
which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities
within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring),
SEC. 1. REMOVAL OF THE USE OF UNITED STATES FORCES FOR HOSTILITIES
WITHIN OR AGAINST VENEZUELA.
Pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution (50 U.S.C.
1544(c)), Congress hereby directs the President to remove the use of
United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against
Venezuela, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or
specific statutory authorization for use of military force.
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