Bill · S.J.Res. 181· Senate(119-SJRES-181)
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
- 4/13/2026
- Last activity
- 7/30/2026 — Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 50. Record Vote Number: 216. (consideration: CR S4357)
- Sponsored by
- Kirsten Gillibrand
- Cosponsors
- - 8 - 0
- 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 notes that these hostilities, part of "Operation Epic Fury," have not been authorized by a declaration of war or a specific statutory authorization from Congress. The resolution highlights significant global disruptions, including rising oil prices and potential food insecurity. It seeks to end military involvement unless Congress explicitly provides such authorization. This action is intended to address the ongoing military campaign launched by the administration.
Yes· 3 of 10
Is this likely to slow the rise in prices?+3
Ending hostilities may help stabilize global energy supplies and reduce the volatility of oil prices cited in the findings.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+3
Directing the removal of forces from active hostilities in Iran would reduce the financial requirements of Operation Epic Fury.
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?+3
Ending the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz may help stabilize global oil prices and reduce costs at the pump.
The opposite
Does this give the federal government more power?-2
The resolution seeks to reassert Congressional authority over the use of military force against the President's unilateral actions.
What Congress actually voted on
One recorded vote has been taken on this bill.
None of them settled the bill — every vote so far has been about whether to keep going.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Ending Hostilities: The resolution directs the removal of the United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran, which could prevent further combat-related casualties, noting that seven members have been killed and 381 wounded (Section 2(a); Section 1, Finding 10).
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Stabilizing Global Resources: By addressing the conflict associated with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the resolution relates to mitigating disruptions to the global energy supply and the risk of food insecurity for 45,000,000 people (Section 1, Finding 6).
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Maintaining Defensive Capabilities: The bill allows the United States to continue defending against attacks on its personnel or facilities, as well as providing defensive support to Israel and other partner countries (Section 2(b)(1-3)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Removal of Military Presence: The directive to remove forces from hostilities within or against Iran could impact those involved in the current military campaign known as Operation Epic Fury (Section 2(a); Section 1, Finding 3).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Inflation+3Improves Economic Growth+2Reduces Government Spending+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Reduces Military Spending+3Improves International Alliances+2Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Veterans+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Gas Prices+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power-2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- 7/30/2026
- Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to 50 U.S.C. 1546a, Department of State Authorization Act). (consideration: CR S4356-4357)
- Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 50. Record Vote Number: 216. (consideration: CR S4357)
- 7/29/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/28/2026
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 4/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/13/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Introduced in Senate
2 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-163: 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.
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Christopher MurphyDemocrat · Connecticut
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