SJRES 63
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
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This joint resolution seeks to ensure that the United States military’s involvement in hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran is authorized by Congress. It directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from such hostilities unless Congress has formally declared war or passed a specific authorization for military force. The resolution emphasizes Congress’s constitutional authority to declare war and argues for a deliberative process involving public briefing and debate before any military action is taken. It also references the War Powers Resolution to underscore the importance of congressional oversight.
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Benjamin L. Cardin
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