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S.J.Res. 163

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.

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.

Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 50. Record Vote Number: 118. (consideration: CR S2250-2255)

Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR](D-OR)Sponsor
11 cosponsors11 D
11cosponsors1committees4actions13related bills
  • Introduced in SenateApr 13, 2026
  1. Discharge

    Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 50. Record Vote Number: 118. (consideration: CR S2250-2255)

  2. Discharge

    Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act of 1976).

  3. IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

  4. IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate