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S.J.Res. 59 · 119th Congress · International Affairs

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

Directs the President to end military hostilities against Iran without congressional authorization. AI-read

In committee Introduced Jun 16, 2025 Latest action Jun 27, 2025

What it does

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a congressional declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force against Iran.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Jun 16, 2025 (Introduced in Senate). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.

Roll call votes

DateQuestionParty split (yea)Result
Jun 27, 2025
Senate roll 328
On the Motion to DischargeA joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities 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

Jun 27, 2025 · Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 328. (consideration: CR S3595)