This resolution invokes the War Powers Resolution (a 1973 law requiring congressional approval for extended military engagements) to direct the President to end U.S. military hostilities against Iran, unless Congress formally authorizes force through a declaration of war or a specific military authorization. Exceptions are carved out for self-defense against imminent attacks, maintaining a defensive troop presence in the region, and continuing intelligence operations tied to Iranian threats — meaning counterintelligence and intelligence-sharing activities may continue unaffected. U.S. service members engaged in offensive operations against Iran would be required to stand down from those specific hostilities if this resolution passes. As a concurrent resolution, it requires approval from both the House and Senate to take legal effect, but does not require the President's signature.
Congressional Summary
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of its government or military unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself, its Armed Forces, its diplomatic facilities, or allied states from imminent attack.
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- House
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Introduced in House
- Action Date
- 2026-05-13
- Date Added
- 2026-06-25
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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