A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
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- Passed House
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Overview
This joint resolution calls on the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from any ongoing hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran unless Congress has formally declared war or specifically authorized the use of military force. It acknowledges Congress’s constitutional authority to declare war and emphasizes that the President’s actions must align with this power. The resolution allows for exceptions regarding defending the U.S. and its allies, collecting intelligence, and providing defensive support, but explicitly prohibits authorizing the use of military force.
Key provisions
- Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in Iran absent congressional authorization.
- Recognizes Congress’s sole power to declare war.
- Permits the U.S. to defend against attacks on the U.S. or its personnel/facilities.
- Allows for intelligence gathering and sharing with allies regarding Iranian threats.
- Authorizes assistance to partner countries in intercepting retaliatory attacks.
- Authorizes defensive materiel support to partner countries.
- Explicitly prohibits the authorization of military force.
Who is affected
- United States Armed Forces
- The President
- Congress
- The Islamic Republic of Iran
- U.S. Allies and Partner Countries
Notable changes
- References Operation Epic Fury and the 2026 deployment as a basis for the resolution.
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