Contact Congress about H.Con.Res. 108: Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon.

U.S. troops would have to leave any fighting in Lebanon within 7 days after Congress adopts the resolution. The measure would still allow security work with Lebanon’s military and protection for U.S. diplomatic sites.

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Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon. is a House bill no longer advancing. The latest recorded action: Failed of passage/not agreed to in House On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 189 - 235 (Roll no. 232).

Latest action on H.Con.Res. 108: Failed of passage/not agreed to in House On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 189 - 235 (Roll no. 232).

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects U.S. service members who could be involved in fighting or serious combat risk in Lebanon. It also affects the President and military commanders, because it would set a short deadline to leave those hostilities. The Lebanese Armed Forces and U.S. diplomatic staff could also be affected, but the resolution says security cooperation and diplomatic protection may continue.

Why this matters: This matters because it would set a fast limit on U.S. troops taking part in fighting in Lebanon. It would also show that Congress wants a direct say before U.S. forces stay involved in combat there. At the same time, it would leave room for security cooperation with Lebanon’s military and protection of U.S. diplomatic sites. The resolution does not say what effects this could have on Lebanon’s security or the wider region.

Key provisions in H.Con.Res. 108

• The President would have to remove U.S. Armed Forces from any hostilities in Lebanon. The resolution uses the War Powers Resolution, the law Congress uses to challenge certain military actions.
• U.S. forces would have to leave those hostilities no later than 7 days after Congress adopts the resolution.
• The rule applies to “hostilities,” meaning fighting or situations where U.S. forces face a serious risk of combat.
• The resolution would not stop or limit U.S. security cooperation with the Lebanese Armed Forces.
• The resolution would not stop or limit U.S. forces from protecting U.S. diplomatic facilities.

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What is H.Con.Res. 108?

U.S. troops would have to leave any fighting in Lebanon within 7 days after Congress adopts the resolution. The measure would still allow security work with Lebanon’s military and protection for U.S. diplomatic sites.

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