HCONRES 40 119th Congress House In Progress

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

Latest action: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. · Apr 16, 2026

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Legislative Summary

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a congressional authorization for use of military force against Iran. Elements of the U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack are not covered by this requirement provided the President complies with a specified provision of the War Powers Resolution. (The provision generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after the President notifies or is required to notify Congress of such involvement, unless Congress authorizes such use. For more information on the War Powers Resolution, see CRS In Focus 13134 .)

Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS).

Sponsor
Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
Independent · NY
Cosponsors (90)
Rep. SmithRep. HimesRep. AnsariRep. GomezRep. LevinRep. ThompsonRep. Cherfilus-McCormickRep. WilliamsRep. TranRep. Green+80 more
Floor Vote
Failed House · Apr 1, 2026
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Yea · 0%
212
Nay · 100%
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Not Voting

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