Bill · H.Con.Res. 117· House(119-HCONRES-117)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- Introduced
- 9/15/2026
- Last activity
- 9/15/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Chrissy Houlahan
- 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 resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. It is introduced pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution. The text includes an exception for elements of the Armed Forces necessary to defend the United States or its allies and partners from imminent attack. This exception applies as long as the President fully complies with section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution. The requirement for removal stands unless there is a declaration of war or a specific congressional authorization for the use of military force against Iran.
Yes
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+6
Ending hostilities with Iran favors a shift toward diplomatic de-escalation rather than active conflict.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+5
The directive to remove troops from hostilities likely reduces the costs associated with active military operations against Iran.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+4
Reducing active hostilities can lead to a decrease in the deployment and risk to service members.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Removal from Hostilities: Under the main provision of the resolution, the President is directed to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran, which could keep our service members out of active combat unless Congress specifically authorizes it or war is declared.
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National Defense Protection: The text ensures that forces necessary to defend the United States, or an ally or partner of the United States, from imminent attack are permitted to remain, provided the President complies fully with section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, no specific negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups are mentioned.
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 Diplomatic Engagement+6Reduces Military Spending+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+4
- 9/15/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
5 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-40: 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-86: 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-93: 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-103: 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-110: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.