Number: 96-494 Title: War Powers Resolution: A Brief Summary of Pro and Con Arguments Authors: Richard Grimmett, Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division Abstract: This report lists major arguments for and against the War Powers Resolution, Public Law 93-148. This law was enacted by Congress on November 7, 1973, over the veto of President Richard Nixon. It has been the subject of controversy between the executive and legislative branches since that time. Pages: 4 Date: Updated June 5, 1996