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.
Key claim: This joint resolution would direct the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress has declared war or authorized force, while still allowing defense against attacks on the United States or its personnel and facilities.
Abstract
(SJRES114 · 119th Congress) 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. Latest action (2026-04-22): Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 51. Record Vote Number: 88. (consideration: CR S1889-1890)
Why this matters
The resolution is a recurring congressional assertion of Article I war-powers authority to constrain executive military action against Iran without a declaration of war or specific AUMF. Its practical effect is limited unless enacted, but repeated filings signal sustained legislative pressure and shape the political framing of any U.S. military engagement with Iran, while preserving self-defense authority for U.S. personnel and facilities.