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A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Sultanate of Oman that have not been authorized by Congress.
Sponsored By: Senator Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Introduced
Summary
Remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in the Sultanate of Oman unless Congress declares war or passes a specific law authorizing the use of military force. It would preserve the United States' right to defend itself against armed attacks or imminent threats.
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- Service members and military operations would need to withdraw from hostilities in Oman unless Congress authorizes force, changing ongoing or planned U.S. activities there.
- The President and Executive Branch would face a legal constraint on using force in Oman but could still act to repel armed attacks or imminent threats.
- Congress would be compelled to decide whether to authorize military action in Oman, increasing legislative control over war-making in that theater.
- U.S. diplomacy could be affected because the bill notes Oman is a key partner in regional mediation and hostage efforts, so military removals may change how the U.S. engages through Oman.
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Remove U.S. forces from Oman
This bill would require the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Sultanate of Oman unless Congress declares war. The requirement would also apply unless Congress passes a specific authorization for the use of military force against Oman. It would preserve the United States' right to defend itself from an armed attack or the threat of an imminent armed attack. The directive would take effect upon enactment and relies on 50 U.S.C. 1546a and section 601(b) of Public Law 94-329.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
VA • D
Cosponsors
Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]
CA • D
Sponsored 9/16/2026
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
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