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BillHR 7059 · 119

No Unauthorized War in Mexico Act

Introduced
Jan 14, 2026
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
Jan 14, 2026

Bill Summary

Prohibits the US from going to war in Mexico without Congressional approval. Requires the President to get permission from Congress before taking military action in Mexico.

Sponsored By

Joaquin Castro
Democrat · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jan 14, 2026
  3. Jan 14, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the President and the US military, by limiting their ability to engage in military action in Mexico without Congressional oversight. It also affects US citizens and Mexican citizens, who would be impacted by any potential military conflict between the two countries.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
3backers
  • Democratic3
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (2)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeCommittee on Foreign Affairs
IntroducedJan 14, 2026
Last UpdatedJan 14, 2026
Latest ActionReferred 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.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.