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S.J.Res.172

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·4/13/26

Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless authorized by Congress.

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force. It notes that Congress has not declared war on Iran or authorized military force against it. The resolution also highlights the economic impact of the conflict, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps. It emphasizes the President's duty to consult with Congress before introducing U.S. Armed Forces into hostilities.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 172 RC# 174

47 Yea

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48 Nay

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5 Absent

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History

Jun 16

Senate

Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act of 1976).

Jun 16

Senate

Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 48. Record Vote Number: 174.

Apr 13

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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