Bill · S.J.Res. 104· Senate(119-SJRES-104)

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.

Age: 68 years

Virginia

Introduced: 1/29/2026
Last activity: 3/4/2026 — Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 46. (consideration: CR S796)
Sponsored by: Timothy Kaine
Cosponsors: - 24 - 1

International Affairs

Introduced

What this bill would do

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It specifies that this removal applies to any hostilities not explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a specific statutory authorization for the use of military force. The resolution includes findings regarding Congressional power and the War Powers Resolution. It also establishes rules for what the directive does not prevent the United States from doing.

Yes

Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
The resolution allows for continued intelligence sharing and defensive assistance to allies like Israel.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+2
The bill directs the removal of armed forces from hostilities in Iran, which would reduce active operational costs.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2
Reducing active hostilities in Iran may decrease the risk of engagement for service members.

The opposite

Does this give the federal government more power?-2
The bill limits the President's unilateral ability to engage in hostilities without Congressional authorization.