Ro Khanna (D-CA)
Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Houthis in Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A concurrent resolution is how the House and the Senate settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.
What this bill would do
This resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against the Houthis in Yemen. It points out that Congress has the sole power to declare war under the Constitution. The text notes that Congress has not declared war or provided specific statutory authorization for introducing troops into these hostilities. It mentions unauthorized airstrikes conducted in 2025 and ongoing support for Saudi-led airstrikes, including intelligence sharing, targeting support, and midair refueling. The measure relies on section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to enforce this troop removal.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +4
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The resolution reinforces congressional oversight and accountability regarding executive war powers.
- Scored +3
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?
The resolution curtails unauthorized military engagement in Yemen, potentially decreasing related defense expenditures.
- Scored +3
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
Directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in Yemen may reduce military operational expenditures.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Restoration of Congressional Authority: Section 1(a)(1) highlights that Congress holds the sole power to declare war under the Constitution, which ensures our elected officials are properly held accountable for decisions involving military conflict.
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Enforcement of War Powers: Section 1(b) directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against the Houthis in Yemen unless Congress specifically authorizes it, helping to keep our troops out of conflicts not approved by our elected representatives.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this reduce what is spent on the military? — The resolution curtails unauthorized military engagement in Yemen, potentially decreasing related defense expenditures. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — Requiring congressional authorization for hostilities emphasizes constitutional checks on military interventions abroad.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution reinforces congressional oversight and accountability regarding executive war powers.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — Directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in Yemen may reduce military operational expenditures.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Limiting unauthorized deployments helps ensure that military force is used only with explicit statutory authorization, protecting service members.
- 10/9/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Thomas MassieRepublican · Kentucky