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 conflicts with Iran or its government or military. It does so by directing the President to comply with section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution. The resolution clarifies that it doesn't prevent the U.S. from defending itself or its allies, maintaining a defensive troop presence, or removing troops not involved in hostilities. It also ensures that intelligence sharing activities related to Iran will not be affected.
Key provisions
- Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran.
- This directive is based on section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution.
- Clarifies that the resolution does not prevent self-defense or defensive troop deployments.
- Prohibits the resolution from influencing intelligence sharing activities related to Iran.
Who is affected
- United States Armed Forces
- Iran
- The President of the United States
Notable changes
- Reinforces Congressional oversight of the use of military force.
- Specifies a particular legal basis for the directive (War Powers Resolution).
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