US Congress · 119th Congress (2025-2026)

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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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Overview

This joint resolution urges 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 emphasizes Congress’s constitutional authority to declare war and highlights the lack of such authorization currently in place. The resolution allows for exceptions regarding defense against attacks on the U.S. or its allies, intelligence sharing, and providing defensive support to partner nations.

Key provisions

Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in Iran absent congressional authorization.
Reinforces Congress’s sole power to declare war.
Permits the U.S. to defend against attacks on the U.S. or its personnel/facilities.
Authorizes intelligence sharing with partner nations regarding threats from Iran.
Allows for assistance to partner nations in intercepting retaliatory attacks or providing defensive materiel support.

Who is affected

United States Armed Forces
The Islamic Republic of Iran
Congress
Partner countries attacked by Iran
United States Government

Notable changes

Establishes a congressional directive regarding the removal of U.S. forces from hostilities in Iran.
References the War Powers Resolution and the Department of State Authorization Act.

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Legislative history

6 recorded actions

Apr 27, 2026Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Apr 27, 2026

Introduced in Senate

May 19, 2026Senate

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 415.

May 19, 2026Senate

Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 47. Record Vote Number: 129. (consideration: CR S2355)

May 19, 2026

Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 47. Record Vote Number: 129.

Jun 24, 2026Senate

Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 50. Record Vote Number: 192. (CR S3194)

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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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