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SJRES 161·Federal·senate

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.

In CommitteeFiled Apr 13, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Apr 13, 2026

Summary

The resolution tells the President to pull U.S. troops out of any hostilities inside or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that lack a congressional war declaration or specific authorization. It applies to all U.S. armed forces currently engaged in offensive operations against Iranian targets. The measure aims to enforce the Constitution’s war‑powers rules while still allowing defensive actions and intelligence sharing.

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