Reforming War Powers, Arms Exports, and National Emergencies
This legal act aims to increase Congressional oversight of presidential decisions regarding the use of armed forces, foreign arms sales, and declarations of national emergencies. This means that citizens, through their representatives in Congress, will have a greater say in when and how the United States engages in armed conflicts, to whom arms are sold, and how long national emergencies last and what powers they grant.
Key points
The President will need Congressional approval for the use of armed forces in situations with a serious risk of hostilities, unless it's an immediate defense against an attack.
Foreign arms sales, especially to countries violating human rights, will require Congressional approval and a risk assessment.
National emergencies declared by the President will have limited durations and require regular Congressional approval for continuation.
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