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Seth Magaziner (D-RI)

No Invading Allies Act

H.R. 1936 · House bill International Affairs

A Democratic bill with 12 Democratic cosponsors · See all 12 cosponsors

Last activity — Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1229)

Introduced, nothing more yet

Formally proposed, and not yet handed to a committee.

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Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "No Invading Allies Act," aims to restrict the use of United States Armed Forces for invading or seizing territory from Canada, the Republic of Panama, or Greenland. It prohibits the obligation or expenditure of funds for such operations unless there is a declaration of war, specific congressional authorization, or a national emergency caused by an attack or imminent threat. The policy seeks to reaffirm the nation's commitment to a rules-based international order and its existing alliances. Even in a national emergency, the use of funds for introducing forces into hostilities is limited to a 60-day period.

Yes

  • Scored +5

    Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?

    The bill explicitly aims to honor the nation's alliances and partnerships through its restrictions.

The opposite

  • Scored -2

    Does this reduce what is spent on the military?

    The bill limits the expenditure of funds for military operations to invade or seize territory from specific allies.

  • Scored -2

    Does this reduce what the federal government spends?

    The bill restricts the obligation or expenditure of funds for specific military operations.

  • Scored -2

    Does this give the federal government more power?

    The bill limits the President's unilateral ability to obligate military funds for specific types of operations.