Bill119th CongressFiled Apr 13, 2026International Affairs
S.J.Res. 161
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.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Apr 13, 2026)
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.
The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.
What just happenedApr 13, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ](D-AZ)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateApr 13, 2026
- Apr 13, 2026IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Apr 13, 2026IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate