Number: RS20775
Title: Congressional Use of Funding Cutoffs Since 1970 Involving U.S. Military Forces and Overseas Deployments
Authors: Richard F. Grimmett, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: This report provides background information on major instances, since 1970, when Congress has utilized funding cutoffs to compel the withdrawal of United States military forces from overseas military deployments. It also highlights key efforts by Congress to utilize the War Powers Resolution to force the withdrawal of U.S. military forces from foreign deployments.
Pages: 6
Date: January 16, 2007