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House Joint Resolution 153
119th Congress(2025-2026)
To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Republic of Cuba that have not been authorized by Congress.
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Mar 24, 2026
Overview
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The bill emphasizes Congress's constitutional power to declare war and states that the President is responsible for defending the US from attack. It highlights that Congress has not declared war on Cuba or authorized military force there. It clarifies that the bill seeks the removal of US Armed Forces from hostilities in or against Cuba unless authorized by a declaration of war or specific authorization. It also emphasizes that this does not prevent the US from defending against armed attacks or engaging in counternarcotics operations. If passed, the bill would have a direct impact on the authorization and deployment of US military forces in hostilities involving or against Cuba.

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Introduced
Mar 24, 2026
Latest Action
Mar 24, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Joint Resolution
Joint Resolution
A form of legislative measure used to propose changes in law, or to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.J.Res. or S.J.Res. Concurrent resolutions and simple resolutions are other types of resolutions. Bill is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
153
Congress
119
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
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House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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Text (1)
March 24, 2026
Actions (2)
03/24/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
03/24/2026
Introduced in House
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H.J.Res.153 119 To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the
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Apr 30, 2026 8:06:55 AM