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S.J.Res. 118 · 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.

Requires removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran unless Congress authorizes. AI-read

In committee Introduced Mar 5, 2026 Latest action Mar 18, 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
Mar 18, 2026
Senate roll 717
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 44–1 · R 1–52 · I 2–0
Failed
47–53

Latest action

Mar 18, 2026 · Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 58.