House Republicans Cancel Vote on War Powers Resolution The War Powers Resolution, passed in 1973, requires the President to notify Congress within 48 hours of deploying military forces and seek congressional approval for continued action after 60 days.
Enacted as a response to concerns over executive branch overreach during the Vietnam War, this provision balances power between the legislative and executive branches.
The events leading up to the cancellation of the vote on the resolution were marked by intense debate and partisanship.