Restricting First Use of Nuclear Weapons: Congress Decides on War
This bill aims to limit the President's ability to unilaterally initiate a nuclear strike. Under this proposal, such an action would only be permissible after an official declaration of war by Congress. This seeks to enhance citizen safety by ensuring that decisions with such grave consequences are made by the people's representatives, not a single individual.
Key points
The President could not unilaterally initiate a nuclear strike unless Congress officially declares war and explicitly authorizes it.
The bill aims to strengthen Congress's role in war decisions, especially concerning nuclear weapon use.
It defines "first-use nuclear strike" as an attack without prior confirmation of a nuclear attack on the U.S., its territories, or allies.
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