H.R. 868 · 118th Congress
To shorten the review period for the congressional review of termination of certain national emergencies, and for other purposes.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Carlos Gimenez
- Introduced
- 2023-02-08
- Latest action
- 2023-02-08 · Introduced in House
Summary
This bill addresses the period for the congressional review of termination of certain national emergencies.
Specifically, it requires each house of Congress to vote every six months on a joint resolution to determine whether an emergency declaration shall be terminated. Currently, each house must consider a vote every six months (but not necessarily vote) on a joint resolution to determine whether that emergency shall continue to be in effect.