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SJRES-191Senate2026-04-30International Affairs

A joint resolution to direct removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

YourVoice.Now Summary

This resolution would direct the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in or against Iran, following what the resolution describes as unauthorized combat operations that began in February 2026 and involved more than 50,000 deployed U.S. troops, retaliatory Iranian missile and drone strikes across the Middle East that killed 13 American servicemembers, closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and a U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports. Congress never declared war on Iran or passed a law specifically authorizing this military action, and the resolution argues the 60-day withdrawal deadline under the War Powers Resolution has already passed. The removal requirement would not apply if Congress later declares war or specifically authorizes the operation. It also allows continued U.S. self-defense, intelligence sharing with partners, defensive support for allied countries attacked by Iran, and evacuation assistance for American citizens.

Congressional Summary

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran 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 against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

Details

Congress
119th
Chamber
Senate
Status
summarized
Action
Introduced in Senate
Action Date
2026-04-30
Date Added
2026-07-18
Source
Congress.gov →

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