Bill · S.J.Res. 117· Senate(119-SJRES-117)
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.
- Introduced
- 3/5/2026
- Last activity
- 3/5/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Adam Schiff
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
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. The resolution notes that Congress has not declared war on Iran or passed a specific statutory authorization for military force there. It highlights that there have been U.S. servicemember casualties and notes several officials have referred to the situation as a war. The directive applies unless there is an explicit declaration of war or specific statutory authorization. The resolution also includes rules of construction that allow for certain defensive and intelligence-related actions.
Yes
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+5
The bill directs the removal of troops from unauthorized combat, which reduces the risk of injury or death to service members.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5
By directing the removal of troops from unauthorized hostilities, the bill aims to decrease the likelihood of service members being wounded or killed.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+4
The bill allows for continued intelligence sharing and defensive assistance to Israel and other allies.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Removal of troops from unauthorized combat: The primary directive in Section 2(a) seeks to end hostilities within or against Iran that have not been explicitly authorized by Congress, which could impact the safety of service members.
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Protection of citizens during evacuations: Section 2(b)(4) ensures the United States can continue providing assistance for the security, departure, and evacuation of United States citizens affected by hostilities.
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Defense against attacks: Section 2(b)(1) allows the United States to continue defending against attacks on the United States or its personnel and facilities in other nations.
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Intelligence and security support: Section 2(b)(2) and (3) allow for the continued collection of intelligence and the provision of assistance to Israel and other nations to help them take defensive measures against attacks from Iran or its proxies.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts for individuals are explicitly listed in the text provided.
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 Veterans Benefits+5Improves International Alliances+4
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+5
- 4/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/21/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/5/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
3 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-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.
- 119-SJRES-114: 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.
- 119-SJRES-116: 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.
Tammy BaldwinDemocrat · Wisconsin
Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey
Timothy KaineDemocrat · Virginia
Christopher MurphyDemocrat · Connecticut
Charles SchumerDemocrat · New York