This resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran, using Congress's authority under the War Powers Resolution. It applies unless Congress has formally declared war or explicitly authorized military action against Iran. The measure still allows U.S. forces to defend themselves, allies, or diplomatic facilities from an imminent attack, and lets troops stay in the region in a defensive posture. It would not affect intelligence-sharing activities with coalition partners or make any claim that military force is authorized. The resolution is a formal step by lawmakers asserting Congress's constitutional role in deciding when the country goes to war.
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
- 2026-05-15
- Date Added
- 2026-07-18
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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