Pappas Votes to Repeal Authorization for the Use of Military Force in Iraq

Statement

Today, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 256, the Repeal of Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002:

"It is long past time to repeal the 20-year-old Authorization for the Use of Military Force in Iraq, which passed when I was a student in college and was used in a way that far exceeded the original intent of the legislation," said Congressman Chris Pappas. "We can address threats to the United States' interests and national security while reasserting Congress's proper oversight role. Any future military actions must be narrowly defined, effectively executed, and brought to a close when the mission is complete. The American service members who have served in the Middle East have done all we have asked and more, and we owe them a tremendous debt of gratitude. As a member of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, I am committed to ensuring they get the care and support they have earned."

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