A joint resolution declaring that the requirements of section 4(a)(1) of the War Powers Resolution apply to the protection of reflagged vessels in the Persian Gulf by United States Armed Forces.

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Introduced

10 June 1987

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Status

Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East.

Summary

Provides that any use of U.S. armed forces to escort, defend, or otherwise protect any reflagged vessel in the Persian Gulf: (1) constitutes the introduction of U.S. armed forces into hostilities or situations where imminent involvement in hostilities is clearly indicated by the circumstances; and (2) requires the submission to the Congress of a report pursuant to the War Powers Resolution.

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summary · EN · 10 June 1987
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Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/100th-congress/house-joint-resolution/310
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