Bill · H.Con.Res. 104· House(119-HCONRES-104)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- Introduced
- 5/20/2026
- Last activity
- 5/20/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Shontel Brown
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
A concurrent resolution is how the House and the Senate settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.
What this bill would do
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities with the Islamic Republic of Iran or its government or military. This includes the removal of potential ground forces in a combat or occupation role. The directive remains in place unless there is a specific authorization for use of military force or a declaration of war. The resolution does not prevent the United States from defending itself or its allies from imminent attacks. It also does not interfere with intelligence-gathering or sharing activities.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
Reducing hostilities with Iran may reduce regional tensions and improve diplomatic stability for U.S. allies.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+3
Reducing active hostilities and combat roles may decrease the direct risks faced by service members.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+2
By directing the removal of forces from hostilities, the bill likely reduces the immediate operational costs of combat.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Termination of Hostilities: The resolution directs the removal of the United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran or its government or military (Section 1(a)). This could be seen as a positive move to end active combat or occupation roles.
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Maintenance of Defensive Capabilities: The resolution allows the United States to continue defending itself, its diplomatic facilities, and its allied states from imminent attack (Section 1(b)(1)). This ensures that defensive protections remain in place for those involved.
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Preservation of Regional Presence: The resolution allows the Armed Forces to maintain a troop presence in the region for defensive purposes (Section 1(b)(2)). This ensures that defensive postures are not strictly prohibited.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Limitations on Military Action: The resolution directs the removal of the United States Armed Forces from hostilities, including ground forces in combat or occupation roles, unless specifically authorized by a declaration of war or specific authorization (Section 1(a)). This could be viewed as a negative if the current military posture is deemed necessary for specific objectives.
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Nonauthorization of Force: This resolution does not authorize the use of military force (Section 3). This could be a negative impact if the circumstances require new authorizations for military action.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+3Reduces Military Spending+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+3
- 5/20/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
13 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HCONRES-75: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-87: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-88: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-89: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-91: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-92: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-94: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-95: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-99: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-100: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-101: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-102: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- 119-HCONRES-105: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.