HR 8434 United States House · 119th Congress

Prevent Endless Wars Act

The Prevent Endless Wars Act modifies the War Powers Resolution to require special congressional procedures for authorizing military force that lasts longer than five years or indefinitely. This change directly affects future legislative efforts to authorize the use of U.S. Armed Forces by making such long-term authorizations subject to stricter review processes. The bill applies to all joint resolutions or bills introduced after its enactment that would authorize military action for extended periods. By adding a new subsection to existing law, the measure ensures that prolonged military engagements receive heightened congressional oversight rather than standard procedures.
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Introduced Apr 22, 2026 Last action Apr 22, 2026
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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