SJRES 185 119th Congress Senate In Progress

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.

Latest action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 415. · May 19, 2026

View full text on Congress.gov ↗ Policy area: International Affairs

Legislative Summary

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS).

Sponsor
Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Independent · VA
Cosponsors (9)
Sen. SchiffSen. SchumerSen. BookerSen. DuckworthSen. BaldwinSen. MurphySen. Van HollenSen. KimSen. Merkley
Floor Vote
Voted Senate · May 1, 2026
50
Yea · 50%
47
Nay · 50%
3
Not Voting

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