Directing the President, pursuant to section 5© of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
Key claim: H.Con.Res. 89 directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress enacts a declaration of war or specific AUMF, while preserving the right of self-defense against imminent attack.
Abstract
(HCONRES89 · 119th Congress) This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of its government or military 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 itself, its Armed Forces, its diplomatic facilities, or allied states from imminent attack. Latest action (2026-07-23): Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Why this matters
Concurrent resolutions under §5© of the War Powers Resolution are among the sharpest legislative tools Congress has to constrain unilateral executive use of force. H.Con.Res. 89 tests whether Congress will assert its Article I war powers over Iran policy, with self-defense preserved but offensive hostilities requiring a declaration of war or specific AUMF. The fiscal and operational implications for CENTCOM posture and any ongoing kinetic activity are directly tied to whether the resolution advances.