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Congress Notification Before Nuclear Weapon Use Without War Declaration

This bill aims to increase Congressional oversight of nuclear weapon use decisions. It requires the Secretary of Defense to notify Congress before the President orders the use of nuclear weapons without a formal declaration of war. This seeks to ensure greater transparency and control over such critical decisions, impacting national and international security.
Key points
Requires the Secretary of Defense to notify Congress before using nuclear weapons without a declaration of war.
Emphasizes that the President holds the sole authority for nuclear weapon release, but adds a notification mechanism.
Aims to enhance safety and transparency in nuclear weapon decision-making.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8902
Sponsor: Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-8]
Process start date: 2022-09-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Secretary of Defense to notify Congress before carrying out an order to use a nuclear weapon without a declaration of war by Congress.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8902.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Secretary of Defense to notify Congress before using nuclear weapons without a declaration of war.
  • Emphasizes that the President holds the sole authority for nuclear weapon release, but adds a notification mechanism.
  • Aims to enhance safety and transparency in nuclear weapon decision-making.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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