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Ending Endless Wars: New Rules for Military Engagements

This act introduces time limits for future and existing authorizations for the use of military force and declarations of war. This means that decisions on military involvement will have a defined expiration date, potentially increasing oversight of prolonged conflicts and their impact on citizens' lives.
Key points
Future military authorizations will expire 10 years after their enactment.
Existing military authorizations will expire 6 months after this act becomes law.
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Print number: 117_S_2835
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-09-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Accountability for Endless Wars Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2835.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Future military authorizations will expire 10 years after their enactment.
  • Existing military authorizations will expire 6 months after this act becomes law.
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 Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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