S.J.Res.98

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

Introduced·12/3/25

Federal SJR98 directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in Venezuela unless authorized by Congress.

Federal SJR98 is a joint resolution to direct the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or specific statutory authorization. This bill emphasizes that Congress has the sole power to declare war and has not authorized such hostilities in Venezuela. It also ensures that the U.S. retains the right to defend itself from armed attacks. The resolution follows expedited procedures for consideration.

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History

Jan 14

Senate

Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (consideration: CR S218)

Jan 14

Senate

Point of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under 50 U.S.C. 1546(a) raised against the measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 9.

Jan 8

Senate

Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (consideration: CR S100)