H.R. 8435 Introduced Congress

War Powers Priority Procedures Modernization Act

To amend the War Powers Resolution to provide for priority procedures for joint resolutions, and for other purposes.

  1. Introduced
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  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Barrett, Tom [R-MI-7] Introduced April 22, 2026 Cosponsors 1 (1 D) Latest action April 22, 2026

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  1. Apr 22, 2026 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.
  2. Apr 22, 2026 Introduced in House

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