United States · Bill · HJRES
H.J.Res. 557 (98th)
A joint resolution to call for the removal of the United States armed forces from Honduras and El Salvador.
Introduced
26 April 1984
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Status
Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs.
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Summary
States that during 1984, the U.S. armed forces in Central America were introduced into "hostilities" for purposes of the War Powers Resolution. Directs the President to remove such forces from Honduras and El Salvador within 60 days after the enactment of this resolution unless Congress declares war, extends the period for 30 days, or enacts specific authorization for such use.
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summary · EN · 26 April 1984
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/98th-congress/house-joint-resolution/557
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/98/hjres/557