§ 45083 War And Emergency Definition

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•The law defines what 'war' means in this chapter.
•'War' includes times when Congress officially says there's a war, plus one year after it ends.
•'War' also includes times when the President says there's a national emergency.

Example

The President announces a national emergency because of a big crisis.

This situation would be considered 'war' under this law, even if Congress didn't officially declare war.

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§ 45083 War And Emergency Definition

As used in this chapter the word “war” shall mean: (a) Whenever Congress has declared war and for one year after the termination of hostilities therein as proclaimed by the President of the United States; (b) Whenever the President of the United States has proclaimed the existence of a national emergency. (Added by Stats. 1951, Ch. 691.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

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war termination claim emergency fine united states in california whenever congress

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Government Code. Section 45083.

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