SJRES118119th 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 Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

In Committee

Summary

This joint resolution would require the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in or against Iran unless Congress issues a declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force. It leans on existing war‑powers statutes and the War Powers Resolution to press Congress and the President to follow collective judgment before engaging in hostilities with Iran.

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Remove U.S. forces from Iran

If enacted, this resolution would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran unless Congress declares war or passes a specific authorization for use of military force. It would preserve narrow exceptions to defend the United States or its personnel, to collect and share intelligence, and to help Israel and partner countries attacked since February 28, 2026, including by providing defensive materiel. The resolution would find that the February 28, 2026 U.S. strike inside Iran counted as introducing U.S. forces into hostilities under the War Powers Resolution. It would also require Congress to consider removal measures under expedited procedures from earlier statutes, speeding legislative review but not itself spending money or ordering deployments.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

NJ • D

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

    VA • D

    Sponsored 3/5/2026

  • Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]

    CA • D

    Sponsored 3/5/2026

  • Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]

    CT • D

    Sponsored 3/5/2026

  • Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]

    IL • D

    Sponsored 3/18/2026

  • Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]

    WI • D

    Sponsored 3/18/2026

  • Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]

    NY • D

    Sponsored 9/24/2026

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 47 • No: 53

senate vote • 3/18/2026

On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 118

Yes: 47 • No: 53

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