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: A Senate joint resolution directing the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities with Iran failed a motion to discharge the Foreign Relations Committee by a 49-50 vote.
Abstract
(SJRES163 · 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 (2026-05-13): Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 50. Record Vote Number: 118. (consideration: CR S2250-2255)
Why this matters
Senate discharge votes on Iran war-powers resolutions serve as recurring signals of congressional appetite to reassert Article I authority over use of force decisions. The near-party-line 49-50 failure indicates the chamber remains one vote short of forcing floor consideration, leaving executive discretion over Iran hostilities largely unchecked by statute while preserving the issue as an active legislative flashpoint.