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H.J.Res. 92 (99th)

A joint resolution to call for the removal of the United States Armed Forces from Central America.

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Introduced

24 January 1985

Last action

7 February 1985 · Referred

Status

Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs.

Sponsors

Rep. Gonzalez, Henry B. [D-TX-20]

Subjects

Defence

Source updated

23 January 2025

Defence

Summary

States that during 1984, 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 Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua within 60 days after the enactment of this resolution unless the Congress declares war, extends the period for 30 days, or enacts specific authorization for such use.

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Timeline

  1. 24 January 1985

    Introduced

    Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 24 January 1985

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 24 January 1985

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 7 February 1985

    Referred

    Referred to Subcommittee on Arms Control, International Security and Science.

    Source: Committee

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Documents

1 official file

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