S.J.Res. 116 Introduced International Affairs

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.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT] Introduced March 5, 2026 Cosponsors 9 (9 D) Latest action March 24, 2026

Summary

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.
The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Roll-call votes

Actions

  1. Mar 24, 2026 Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 69.
  2. Mar 5, 2026 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
  3. Mar 5, 2026 Introduced in Senate

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