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Senate Joint Resolution 115
119th Congress(2025-2026)
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
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Mar 5, 2026
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The bill directs the President to remove US Armed Forces from hostilities in Iran unless there's a declaration of war or specific military force authorization. It emphasizes Congress's constitutional authority regarding war. It clarifies the President's responsibility to defend the US and its citizens but asserts that the use of military force in Iran without congressional approval violates the War Powers Resolution. The bill also outlines exceptions, such as defending against attacks and providing assistance to partner countries, while emphasizing that it does not authorize the use of military force. This bill impacts US military involvement in hostilities with Iran and aims to reinforce congressional oversight in decisions related to military actions.

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Introduced
Mar 5, 2026
Latest Action
Mar 5, 2026
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Joint Resolution
Joint Resolution
A form of legislative measure used to propose changes in law, or to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.J.Res. or S.J.Res. Concurrent resolutions and simple resolutions are other types of resolutions. Bill is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
115
Congress
119
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
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Text (1)
Actions (2)
03/05/2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
03/05/2026
Introduced in Senate
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S.J.Res.115 119 A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities wi
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