DemocratBill · S.J.Res. 200· Senate(119-SJRES-200)

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.

Rep. Schiff
Age: 66 years
California
Introduced
7/13/2026
Last activity
7/13/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sponsored by
Adam Schiff
Cosponsors
Democrat - 7Republican - 0
International Affairs
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This joint resolution directs the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. The text notes that Congress holds the sole power to declare war, and that Congress has not declared war upon Iran or enacted a specific statutory authorization for the use of military force there. It points out that President Donald J. Trump declared the start of major combat operations in Iran on February 28, 2026, and did not terminate the use of forces or withdraw them as required by the War Powers Resolution. The resolution explicitly mandates that the President remove the armed forces from these hostilities unless Congress explicitly authorizes it through a declaration of war or a specific use of military force authorization. Finally, the measure clarifies that the removal rule does not prevent the United States from defending against attacks, collecting intelligence, assisting partner countries with defensive measures, or aiding in the evacuation of United States citizens.

Yes· 3 of 8

  • Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+5

    Directs the removal of forces from hostilities, which lowers active combat costs.

  • Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+4

    Removal of unauthorized hostilities can create space for diplomatic resolutions.

  • Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3

    Allows for continued defensive materiel support to partner countries attacked by Iran.

The opposite

  • Does this give the federal government more power?-5

    Reduces the executive branch's unilateral power to engage in military hostilities.