Search Results: keywords:"declaration of war"

  • H. R. 9562 — To require the inclusion of an authorization of appropriations for the Department of Veterans Affairs in any authorization for use of military force or declaration of war.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:257

    The Full Cost of War Act requires that any new approval of military force or declaration of war also include funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This funding will cover medical care, disability payments, and other benefits for veterans affected by the military...

    Simple Explanation

    The Full Cost of War Act says that whenever the U.S. decides to go to war or use military force, it also needs to make sure they have money set aside to help take care of veterans, like making sure they get medical care or money if they get hurt. How much money they need will be decided by the people in charge of the military and veterans' services.

  • H. R. 669 — To restrict the first-use strike of nuclear weapons.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:765

    The bill H.R. 669 aims to restrict the President's ability to use nuclear weapons without Congressional approval. It states that a "first-use" nuclear strike, which means attacking with nuclear weapons before an enemy has used them, can only occur if Congress has officially...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill H.R. 669 is like a rule saying the President can't press the "nuclear button" first without getting a big "yes" from Congress. This means Congress has to say, "It's okay to use nuclear weapons first," and this helps make sure everyone agrees before using something really powerful.