SJRES184119th 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 Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]

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Summary

Require U.S. forces to end hostilities with Iran within 60 days unless Congress authorizes continued action. The joint resolution would rely on the War Powers Resolution and Congress's constitutional power to press the President to remove forces during the current engagement with Iran.

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  • Service members and families: Service members would face a mandated withdrawal timeline that must end within 60 days of the March 2, 2026 notification, a period the resolution treats as ending on May 1, 2026.
  • Congress: Congress would be put to a clear choice to authorize further military action because the resolution notes Congress has not declared war on Iran nor passed a specific statutory authorization.
  • The President and military planners: The President could extend the presence for up to 30 additional days only after certifying in writing that unavoidable military necessity requires more time to bring about a prompt removal. The resolution also treats the current use of forces as an introduction of U.S. forces into hostilities under the War Powers Resolution.

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Limit U.S. military action against Iran

If enacted, this joint resolution would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress declares war or enacts a specific authorization. It would require ending such use of force within 60 days of the President's March 2, 2026 notification to Congress; that 60-day period ends on May 1, 2026. Congress could extend the period by law, or an exception would apply if Congress is physically unable to meet due to an armed attack. The bill would still allow defending the United States or U.S. personnel and facilities abroad. It would also allow collecting and sharing intelligence, assisting allies with defensive measures including defensive materiel support, and helping U.S. citizens with security, departure, and evacuation.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]

CA • D

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

    VA • D

    Sponsored 4/16/2026

  • Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]

    CT • D

    Sponsored 4/16/2026

  • Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

    NJ • D

    Sponsored 4/16/2026

  • Sen. Kim, Andy [D-NJ]

    NJ • D

    Sponsored 4/16/2026

  • Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]

    OR • D

    Sponsored 4/16/2026

  • Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]

    WI • D

    Sponsored 4/16/2026

  • Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]

    MD • D

    Sponsored 4/20/2026

  • Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]

    NY • D

    Sponsored 4/20/2026

  • Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]

    IL • D

    Sponsored 4/27/2026

  • Charles Schumer

    NY • D

    Sponsored 4/27/2026

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 47 • No: 50

senate vote • 4/30/2026

On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 184

Yes: 47 • No: 50

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