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S.J.Res.118

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.

Introduced·3/5/26

Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran not authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. It cites the War Powers Resolution and the Constitution, emphasizing Congress's sole power to declare war. The resolution notes that President Trump ordered military strikes in Iran without congressional authorization, and it aims to ensure that U.S. military actions against Iran require explicit congressional approval.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 118 RC# 58

47 Yea

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53 Nay

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History

Mar 18

Senate

Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 58.

Mar 5

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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