What does Preamble of Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act do?

This bill seeks to repeal Public Law 107-40. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on December 16, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act

What does CONGRESSIONAL FINDING. of Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act do?

This section states that the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) of September 18, 2001, has been used to justify a broad and open-ended authorization for military force. The section asserts that this interpretation of the AUMF is inconsistent with Congress's constitutional authority to declare war and make laws. Congress finds that the AUMF's interpretation conflicts with the powers vested by the Constitution in the Government of the United States.

What does REPEAL OF PUBLIC LAW 107-40. of Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act do?

This section repeals Public Law 107-40 Repeal is effective 240 days after enactment

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Sunset for the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force Act

Last updated: 12/16/2025 · Introduced: 12/16/2025

Author: Pramila Jayapal (D-WA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill repeals the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) enacted in 2001.
The repeal will take effect 240 days after the bill's enactment.
Congress asserts that the AUMF's broad interpretation has overstepped Congress's constitutional authority to declare war.

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Includes provisions on preamble, short title., and 2 more.

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