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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.
Introduced March 10, 2025 by James Varni Panetta · Last progress March 10, 2025
Strengthens existing law to prevent any U.S. withdrawal from NATO unless approved by a two‑thirds vote in the Senate or an Act of Congress. It also lets House and Senate legal counsel go to court to block improper withdrawal actions, sets procedures for how related resolutions are handled in Congress, and requires reports to key committees. Includes findings reaffirming NATO’s role, support for Ukraine’s territorial integrity, and the importance of allies meeting defense‑spending goals and joint training. These changes are temporary and expire on September 30, 2033, when prior law is restored.
NATO has served as a pillar of international peace and stability, is a critical component of United States security, and is a deterrent against adversaries and external threats.
The House of Representatives affirmed in H. Res. 397 on June 27, 2017, a set of statements about NATO listed in subparagraphs (A) through (E).
H. Res. 397 states that NATO is one of the most successful military alliances in history, deterring another world war, protecting members’ territorial integrity, and helping end the Cold War peacefully.
H. Res. 397 states that NATO remains the foundation of United States foreign policy to promote prosperity, freedom, and peace in Europe.
H. Res. 397 states that the United States is solemnly committed to NATO’s principle of collective defense as enumerated in Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty.
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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.
Introduced in House