119-sjres-172119th Congress

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.

Sponsored By: Senator Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]

In Committee

Summary

Would require withdrawal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran unless Congress issues a declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force. It preserves limited defensive, intelligence, and evacuation activities needed to protect U.S. personnel, partners, and citizens.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Preserve defense and evacuation authorities

If enacted, this would clarify that the resolution does not stop the United States from defending against attacks on the United States or its personnel and facilities. It would allow collecting, analyzing, and sharing intelligence about threats from Iran or its proxies, including with partners such as the State of Israel and international organizations. It would allow assisting partner countries attacked by Iran since February 28, 2026 with defensive measures and defensive materiel. It would also allow helping to secure, depart, or evacuate U.S. citizens affected by the hostilities.

Withdraw U.S. forces from Iran

If enacted, this would direct the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in or against the Islamic Republic of Iran. The withdrawal would apply unless Congress declares war or passes a specific authorization for the use of military force. The directive would rely on expedited procedures in 50 U.S.C. 1546a and Public Law 94–329.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]

GA • D

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]

    NY • D

    Sponsored 9/24/2026

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 47 • No: 48

senate vote • 6/16/2026

On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 172

Yes: 47 • No: 48

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