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HR 9964

To amend the War Powers Resolution to provide for the limitation on Federal funding in contravention of the requirements of the War Powers Resolution.

119th Congress Introduced by John Larson

The bill ties federal funding to compliance with the War Powers Resolution, restricting appropriations for military actions not meeting WPR requirements.

Introduced in House
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Bill Summary · HR 9964

Overview

HR 9964 (119th Congress) seeks to amend the War Powers Resolution to establish limits on Federal funding that would be used in contravention of the War Powers Resolution. The bill appears to aim at ensuring that federal appropriations do not support actions or activities that violate the requirements and protections set forth by the War Powers Resolution. It is sponsored (and co-sponsored) by members of the House, with John Larson listed as a co-sponsor. The bill was referred to the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the House Armed Services Committee on July 27, 2026.

Purpose and Intent

  • To tighten congressional oversight and fiscal accountability regarding U.S. military engagements and related executive actions.
  • To prevent or limit the use of federal funds for actions that would be in contravention of the War Powers Resolution (WPR), thereby reinforcing the constitutional framework that requires consultation with Congress and authorization for military hostilities beyond a 60- to 90-day limit.
  • To create a mechanism that links compliance with the WPR to federal funding decisions, potentially enabling scrutiny or restraints on funding if the executive branch acts outside the WPR’s requirements.

Key Provisions (as indicated by title and summary)

  • Amend the War Powers Resolution to address funding. The central concept is to limit federal funding when the executive branch conducts military action or operations that do not comply with the War Powers Resolution.
  • Establish criteria or procedures to determine when funding is considered “in contravention” of the WPR, and to implement funding restrictions accordingly.
  • Potentially include enforcement mechanisms or reporting requirements to ensure that funding decisions reflect compliance with the WPR.
  • The bill would operate within the existing framework of the War Powers Resolution, augmenting it with fiscal constraints rather than altering the fundamental WPR procedures for notification, consultation, or withdrawal.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Federal agencies and departments that expend funds on military operations, deployments, or related activities.
  • The executive branch, including the President’s Administration and relevant defense agencies, as funding decisions tied to military actions could trigger restrictions under the bill.
  • Congress, particularly committees with jurisdiction over foreign affairs and armed services, who would oversee and potentially enforce funding limitations if non-compliance with the WPR is found.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced in the House on July 27, 2026.
  • Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and, in addition, to the Committee on Armed Services, for consideration of provisions within their jurisdiction. The timing for further action will be determined by the Speaker.
  • As a bill amending the War Powers Resolution, it could proceed through the standard committee review process, potential amendments, and floor consideration, with the usual risk of markup, votes, and potential differences between committees.

Potential Impact and Implications

  • If enacted, the bill could heighten fiscal accountability for military actions that do not meet WPR requirements, potentially delaying or limiting funding for such actions.
  • It may strengthen congressional leverage over executive decisions on military engagement by tying funding to compliance with the WPR.
  • The practical effect would depend on the specific statutory language detailing how funding restrictions are triggered, enforced, and reconciled with existing appropriation processes.

Notes

  • The summary reflects the bill’s stated objective and procedural status based on the available information. Full impact would depend on the final text, including definitions, enforcement mechanisms, exemptions, and transition provisions.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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