HR. 669In Committee
Restricting First Use of Nuclear Weapons Act of 2025
Prohibits funding for a first-use nuclear strike unless Congress expressly authorizes it through a declaration of war
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Prohibits funding for a first-use nuclear strike unless Congress expressly authorizes it through a declaration of war
Key points
- Prohibit funding for first use nuclear strikes
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-23 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedCongressional-executive branch relationsInternational AffairsMilitary command and structureMilitary operations and strategyNuclear weaponsPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsWar and emergency powers