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.
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. military forces from ongoing hostilities against Iran that lack congressional authorization, specifically referencing the Operation Epic Fury campaign launched on February 28, 2026. It requires the withdrawal of troops unless Congress has declared war or passed a specific law authorizing military action against Iran. The resolution includes exceptions allowing U.S. forces to defend against attacks on American personnel, conduct intelligence activities related to Iran, assist allied nations under Iranian attack, and evacuate U.S. citizens. It does not alter current military operations involving defense, intelligence sharing, or aid to partners.
Bill status
in committee
2 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
President
Introduced Mar 10, 2026
Last action Apr 15, 2026
Floor votes · Senate Apr 15, 2026
How they voted
47–52
Failed · 1 other
Total votes 100
Apr 15, 2026
D
Democratic45
97% Yea
I
Independent2
100% Yea
R
Republican53
96% Nay
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
2
Apr 15, 2026
Vote failed
Senate Vote: Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-52-1)
senate
Apr 15, 2026
Upper · Passed
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act of 1976).
upper
Mar 10, 2026
Committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
upper
Mar 10, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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