SJRES-89 : Still Just a Bill

This joint resolution, S.J.Res. 89, introduced in the Senate on May 23, 2024, aims to limit the President's authority regarding the use of U.S. Armed Forces in Gaza.

  • Purpose: To direct the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for the construction, maintenance, and operation of the Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore (JLOTS) pier on the coast of the Gaza Strip.
  • Restriction: The resolution mandates the termination of U.S. military involvement with the pier within 30 days of the resolution's adoption, unless Congress specifically authorizes a later date.
  • Exception: The resolution includes a clause clarifying that it does not limit cooperation between U.S. Armed Forces and the State of Israel.

In short, this resolution seeks to require congressional authorization for the deployment of U.S. troops related to the Gaza pier project.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2024-07-11VotePoint of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under 50 U.S.C. 1546(a) against the measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 46. Record Vote Number: 212. (consideration: CR S4533-4536)Senate
2024-07-11DischargeMotion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act of 1976).Senate
2024-05-23IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.Senate
2024-05-23IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
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Policy Area :

International Affairs
See Subjects
  • Arab-Israeli relations
  • Conflicts and wars
  • Foreign aid and international relief
  • Gaza Strip
  • Israel
  • Middle East
  • Military assistance, sales, and agreements
  • Palestinians

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