# 119-sjres-211: 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.

119-sjres-211, 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., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO] (D-CO); status introduced (as of 2026-09-26).

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- As of: 2026-09-26
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## Facts
- Bill: 119-sjres-211
- Congress: 119
- Title: 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.
- Status: introduced
- Introduced: 2026-08-06
- Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO] (D-CO)
- Cosponsors: 11
- Policy area: International Affairs
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2026-09-26

## Summary

**Congress must authorize any U.S. hostilities against Iran.** This bill would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress issues a declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force. It preserves limited authorities to defend against attacks, collect and share intelligence, and assist partner countries with defensive measures and materiel. - Servicemembers and families: Could prompt withdrawal of forces engaged in hostilities with Iran, including units among the more than 50,000 U.S. personnel reported deployed to the region by early March 2026. - The President and executive branch: Would limit the President’s ability to continue hostilities against Iran without explicit Congressional authorization while still allowing defensive actions, intelligence work, and support to allies. - Partner countries and allies: Allows assistance to countries attacked by Iran since February 28, 2026, including defensive measures and provision of defensive materiel. - Congress and legal framework: Reaffirms Congress’s Article I war power and bases the removal directive on specific statutes cited in the resolution.

## Cosponsors (11)

- Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (D-NY), 2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA] (D-VA), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA] (D-CA), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ] (D-AZ), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT] (D-CT), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD] (D-MD), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI] (D-WI), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (D-OR), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Kim, Andy [D-NJ] (D-NJ), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL] (D-IL), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE] (D-DE), 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z

## Provisions PRIA read

- Remove U.S. forces from Iran: benefit, high. This bill would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress explicitly authorizes those hostilities by a declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force. The direction would be issued under 50 U.S.C. 1546…

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- 119-s-1503: Equality Act
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- 119-s-852: Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025
- 119-s-2150: Women’s Health Protection Act of 2025

## Sources
- [119-sjres-211 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-joint-resolution/211)

## Related
- [119-s-5066: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-5066)
- [119-s-5108: Right to IVF Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-5108)
- [119-s-1503: Equality Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-1503)
- [119-s-2295: Child Care for Working Families Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-2295)
- [119-s-852: Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-852)
- [119-s-2150: Women’s Health Protection Act of 2025](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-2150)
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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sjres-211 (as of 2026-09-26).