A Resolution urging the President of the United States to adhere to the Constitution of the United States and the War Powers Resolution by seeking and obtaining explicit authorization from Congress before engaging United States Armed Forces in any hostilities involving foreign nations.

HR 276 is a resolution urging the President to obtain explicit authorization from Congress before deploying U.S. military forces in hostilities against foreign nations, as required by the Constitution and the War Powers Resolution. It directly addresses the executive branch's military decision-making process by mandating congressional approval prior to such actions. The resolution does not create new law but calls for adherence to existing constitutional and statutory requirements. It has been referred to the Intergovernmental Affairs & Operations committee for review.