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S.J.Res. 14

Joint ResolutionFederalSenateFloor Consideration
A joint resolution declaring that the President has exceeded his authority under the War Powers Resolution as it pertains to the ongoing military engagement in Libya.
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Introduced
Latest Action · May 24, 2011
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 68.
Congress
112th (2011–2013)
Introduced
May 23, 2011
Sponsor
Sen. Rand PaulR
Cosponsors (0)
None
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Declares that, as it pertains to the continuing armed engagement of the U.S. Armed Forces against the government of Libya, the President has exceeded the statutory time limits in the War Powers Resolution and is therefore in violation of the law. Calls on the President to seek a formal authorization from Congress to continue the mission in Libya and cease armed engagement against the government of Libya until further action is authorized by Congress.

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