US Congress · 119th Congress (2025-2026)

HCONRES 40Failed

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

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Overview

This concurrent resolution urges the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from any ongoing conflict with Iran, as outlined in the War Powers Resolution. It specifically directs the President to remove forces unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a congressional authorization for military action against Iran. The resolution acknowledges that forces needed to defend the United States or its allies from immediate threats are exempt from this requirement, provided the President adheres to the War Powers Resolution’s guidelines. This action aims to limit the President’s authority to engage in prolonged military operations without congressional oversight.

Key provisions

Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
The directive is based on section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution.
Exempts forces necessary to defend the United States or its allies from imminent attack.
Requires the President to comply with the War Powers Resolution’s requirements regarding military action.

Who is affected

The President
United States Armed Forces
The Islamic Republic of Iran

Notable changes

Reinforces congressional oversight of military actions.
Specifically references the War Powers Resolution.
Limits the President’s ability to engage in prolonged military operations against Iran without explicit authorization.

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Legislative history

11 recorded actions

Jun 23, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Jun 23, 2025

Submitted in House

Jun 23, 2025

Submitted in House

Apr 15, 2026House

ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Mast asked unanimous consent that it be in order at any time to consider H. Con. Res. 40 in the House if called up by the chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs or his designee; that the concurrent resolution be considered as read; and that the previous question be considered as ordered on the concurrent resolution to adoption without intervening motion except for one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by Representative Mast of Florida and Representative Meeks of New York, or their respective designees. Agreed to without objection.

Apr 16, 2026House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Apr 16, 2026House

On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 214, 1 Present (Roll no. 114).

Apr 16, 2026

Failed of passage/not agreed to in House On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 214, 1 Present (Roll no. 114).

Apr 16, 2026House

The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House.

Apr 16, 2026House

DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Con. Res. 40.

Apr 16, 2026House

Considered pursuant to a previous order. (consideration: CR H2929-2937; text: CR H2929)

Apr 16, 2026House

Consideration initiated pursuant to a previous order.

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4/15/2026HouseUnanimous consent
ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Mast asked unanimous consent that it be in order at any time to consider H. Con. Res. 40 in the House if called up by the chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs or his designee; that the concurrent resolution be considered as read; and that the previous question be considered as ordered on the concurrent resolution to adoption without intervening motion except for one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by Representative Mast of Florida and Representative Meeks of New York, or their respective designees. Agreed to without objection.
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Apr 15, 2026HouseUnanimous consent
ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Mast asked unanimous consent that it be in order at any time to consider H. Con. Res. 40 in the House if called up by the chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs or his designee; that the concurrent resolution be considered as read; and that the previous question be considered as ordered on the concurrent resolution to adoption without intervening motion except for one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by Representative Mast of Florida and Representative Meeks of New York, or their respective designees. Agreed to without objection.
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Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

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