S.J.Res.191

A joint resolution to direct removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

Introduced·4/30/26

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

This bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or specific statutory authorization. It highlights that Congress has not declared war on Iran or enacted a specific authorization for military force. The bill also notes that under the War Powers Resolution, the President must terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces within 60 days of providing initial notification to Congress, unless certain conditions are met. The resolution allows for defensive measures to protect U.S.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Foreign Relations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 30

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.