This resolution uses the War Powers Resolution (a 1973 law giving Congress authority to halt unauthorized military operations) to require the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress has formally authorized the action. A declaration of war or specific use-of-force authorization from Congress would be required for offensive military operations to continue. Defensive actions, a continued military presence in the region not engaged in hostilities, and intelligence operations are all expressly preserved. The resolution does not itself authorize any military force.
Transparency & Accountability
- Congressional war-powers check — explicit authorization required for Iran hostilities
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
- 2026-04-29
- Date Added
- 2026-06-08
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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