H.R. 2278

To limit the use of funds appropriated to the Department of Defense for United States Armed Forces in support of North Atlantic Treaty Organization Operation Unified Protector with respect to Libya, unless otherwise specifically authorized by law.

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112th CONGRESS

1st Session

H. R. 2278

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

June 22, 2011

Mr. Rooney introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services

A BILL

To limit the use of funds appropriated to the Department of Defense for United States Armed Forces in support of North Atlantic Treaty Organization Operation Unified Protector with respect to Libya, unless otherwise specifically authorized by law.

1.

Limitation on use of Department of Defense Funds for United States Armed Forces in support of NATO Operation Unified Protector with Respect to Libya

(a)

Limitation

None of the funds appropriated or otherwise available to the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended for United States Armed Forces in support of North Atlantic Treaty Organization Operation Unified Protector with respect to Libya, unless otherwise specifically authorized by law.

(b)

Exceptions

The limitation on funds under subsection (a) does not apply with respect to—

(1)

search and rescue;

(2)

intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance;

(3)

aerial refueling; and

(4)

operational planning.