S.J.Res. 98 · 119th Congress · International Affairs
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
Directs the President to end U.S. military hostilities in or against Venezuela without congressional authorization. AI-read
What it does
This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The joint resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from an armed attack or threat of an imminent armed attack.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Dec 3, 2025 (Introduced in Senate). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.
Roll call votes
| Date | Question | Party split (yea) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2026 Senate roll 664 |
On the Motion to DischargeA joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress. | D 45–0 · R 5–47 · I 2–0 |
Passed 52–47 |
| Jan 14, 2026 Senate roll 668 |
On the Point of OrderA joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress. | D 0–45 · R 50–3 · I 0–2 |
Point of Order Well Taken 50–50 |
Latest action
Jan 14, 2026 · Point of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under 50 U.S.C. 1546(a) raised against the measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 9.