H.R. 7129 · 116th Congress

Stop Using Military Force Against Civilians Act

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2020-06-08
Latest action
2020-06-08 · Introduced in House

Summary

Stop Using Military Force Against Civilians Act

This bill limits the authority of the President, except in the case of a natural disaster, to call into service or use state militia or armed forces to provide aid to a state government following an insurrection or to enforce federal authority. After not more than 3 days, the President must withdraw any militia or armed forces unless an extension of not more than 14 days is enacted (not more than 2 additional authorizations for extension may be enacted).