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enact into law before the extension of authorization a joint resolution disapproving the
extension, provided that any such joint resolution of disapproval shall be considered under the
expedited procedures provided for under the War Powers Resolution.
(Sec. 5) States that it is U.S. policy to change the battlefield momentum in order to create
favorable conditions for a negotiated settlement that ends the conflict and leads to a democratic
government in Syria.
States that a comprehensive U.S. strategy in Syria should aim to degrade the Assad regime's
capabilities to use weapons of mass destruction while upgrading the lethal and non-lethal
military capabilities of vetted elements of Syrian opposition forces, including the Free Syrian
Army.
(Sec. 6) Directs the President, not later than 30 days after enactment of this resolution, to
consult with and submit to Congress an integrated U.S. strategy for achieving a negotiated
political settlement to the conflict in Syria, including a comprehensive review of current and
planned U.S. diplomatic, political, economic, and military policy towards Syria.
Sets forth required elements of such strategy.
(Sec. 7) Directs the President to: (1) notify Congress upon the President's determination to use
the authority under this resolution and keep Congress fully informed of such use, and (2)
provide Congress with status reports within 10 days after the initiation of military operations and
every 20 days thereafter until completion of operations.
(Sec. 8) States that the authority in section 2 shall not constitute an authorization for the use of
force or a declaration of war except to the extent that it authorizes military action under the
conditions, purposes, and time period set forth in this resolution.