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
House Roll Call
H.Con.Res.64
| Bill | 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 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Agreeing to the Resolution |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Failed |
| Totals | Yea 211 / Nay 213 / Present 0 / Not Voting 9 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 3 | 212 | 0 | 5 |
| D | 208 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Agreeing to the Resolution
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HCONRES 64 (119th Congress)
Title: To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
Overview: HCONRES 64 is a concurrent resolution aimed at ensuring that U.S. military involvement in hostilities related to Venezuela is limited to actions explicitly authorized by Congress. The resolution reflects concerns regarding the potential for unauthorized military engagement and seeks to reaffirm Congress’s constitutional authority over war powers.
Key Provisions: The resolution directs the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from any military actions against Venezuela unless such actions have received prior congressional approval. This includes any hostilities that may arise from direct military engagement or support for opposition groups within Venezuela.
Funding/Authorities: The resolution does not allocate funding but serves as a directive to the executive branch regarding military engagement. It emphasizes adherence to the War Powers Resolution of 1973, which requires congressional authorization for military actions beyond 60 days.
Agencies Affected: The primary agency affected by this resolution is the Department of Defense, which oversees military operations. The resolution may also involve the Department of State in diplomatic contexts related to Venezuela.
Beneficiaries/Regulated Parties: The resolution primarily benefits U.S. service members by ensuring they are not deployed into unauthorized conflicts. It also aims to protect U.S. interests by promoting a more deliberative approach to military engagement in foreign conflicts.
Key Timelines: The latest action on HCONRES 64 involved a procedural request by Representative Mast, allowing for the resolution to be considered in the House. If called up, it will be debated for one hour, equally divided among designated representatives from both parties. The resolution’s progress will depend on the scheduling by the Committee on Foreign Affairs.
In summary, HCONRES 64 serves as a legislative check on military engagement in Venezuela, reinforcing congressional authority over war powers and promoting accountability in U.S. foreign military actions.
Yea (211)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Nay (213)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Not Voting (9)
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
