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S.J.Res. 114 · 119th Congress · International Affairs

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

Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran without congressional authorization. AI-read

In committee Introduced Apr 16, 2026 Latest action Apr 22, 2026

What it does

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.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Mar 5, 2026 (Introduced in Senate). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.

Roll call votes

DateQuestionParty split (yea)Result
Apr 22, 2026
Senate roll 747
On the Motion to DischargeA joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
D 43–1 · R 1–50 · I 2–0
Failed
46–51

Latest action

Apr 22, 2026 · Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 51. Record Vote Number: 88. (consideration: CR S1889-1890)