Washington, April 16 -- Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick issued the following press release:
Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick introduced a War Powers Resolution for Operation Epic Fury that will ensure compliance with the War Powers Act of 1973.
Read the full resolution here (https://fitzpatrick.house.gov/index.cfm?a=Files.Serve&File_id=7A996031-7FE5-4EB0-84D9-2E529385653F).
"The War Powers Act of 1973 is the law of the land. This consistent standard must be applied to all past, current, and future administrations when it comes to military hostilities abroad: 1) Congressional notification 48 hours prior to the commencement of hostilities; and 2) Congressional authorization and approval within 60 days of the commencement of hostilities. ...