A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The bill is called the NATO Shield Act. It requires the President to consult with Congress and submit a report if a withdrawal action from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization is considered or initiated. A withdrawal action will end after 30 days unless Congress passes a joint resolution approving it. The bill also lets Congress direct the President to terminate a withdrawal action through a joint resolution and bans federal funds from being used to implement a terminated withdrawal. Members of Congress can bring a court action if these rules are violated.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +8
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The bill protects and reinforces United States membership and alliances within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
- Scored +7
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill requires the President to submit detailed legal, strategic, and military justifications to Congress when considering treaty withdrawals.
- Scored +6
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?
By requiring congressional approval and consultation before any treaty withdrawal, the bill favors stable, multilateral diplomatic engagement.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Congressional Oversight: Under Section 3(a), the President must consult with Congress not later than 72 hours after considering a withdrawal action, and submit a report within 48 hours of initiating it. This keeps the officials we voted for accountable and ensures the public's representatives know what the executive branch is doing regarding national security.
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Required Approval: Under Section 3(b), a withdrawal action ends after 30 days unless Congress passes a joint resolution to approve it, or Congress can direct the President to terminate it. This gives our elected lawmakers a direct say in decisions that affect national defense and war powers.
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Funding Ban: Under Section 3(b)(3), no federal funds may be used to implement a withdrawal action that has been terminated by Congress. This protects taxpayer dollars from being spent on unauthorized actions.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
Based on the text provided, there are no explicitly stated negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill protects and reinforces United States membership and alliances within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — By requiring congressional approval and consultation before any treaty withdrawal, the bill favors stable, multilateral diplomatic engagement. Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill reinforces national security alliances and congressional oversight which indirectly supports the broader military community, including veterans.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires the President to submit detailed legal, strategic, and military justifications to Congress when considering treaty withdrawals. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill enhances Congress's constitutional role and oversight authority regarding executive branch treaty withdrawal actions.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Maintaining strong international alliances and stable defense frameworks benefits the broader military and veteran community.
- 10/19/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/24/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Eugene VindmanDemocrat · Virginia
Joe WilsonRepublican · South Carolina