Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
This House concurrent resolution directs the President to withdraw U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran, as required under section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution. It allows an exception for military units needed to defend the United States or its allies from imminent attack, provided the President meets specific reporting requirements. The directive applies unless Congress has already passed a declaration of war or granted explicit authorization for the use of force against Iran.
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