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.

Senate Joint Resolution

S.J.Res. 114

119th Congress

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.

In Committee

Introduced:Mar 5, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Baldwin

D - WI

Cosponsors

0

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Summary

This resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from any combat operations involving Iran that Congress has not specifically approved. Senator Baldwin is invoking Congress's constitutional war powers to ensure that any military action against Iran receives proper legislative authorization rather than being conducted solely on executive authority.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Introduced3/5/2026

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

ChamberSenate

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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 resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from any combat operations involving Iran that Congress has not specifically approved. Senator Baldwin is invoking Congress's constitutional war powers to ensure that any military act

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This resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from any combat operations involving Iran that Congress has not specifically approved. Senator Baldwin is invoking Congress's constitutional war powers to ensure that any military action against Iran receives proper legislative authorization rather than being conducted solely on executive authority.

Bill Number: 114
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

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Title: 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.
Bill Number: 114
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Summary: This resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from any combat operations involving Iran that Congress has not specifically approved. Senator Baldwin is invoking Congress's constitutional war powers to ensure that any military action against Iran receives proper legisla

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from any combat operations involving Iran that Congress has not specifically approved. Senator Baldwin is invoking Congress's constitutional war powers to ensure that any military action against Iran receives proper legislative authorization rather than being conducted solely on executive authority.

Last updated: 3/7/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Mandates withdrawal of U.S. troops from unauthorized military operations against or within Iran, reasserting Congress's constitutional role in declaring war
Addresses ongoing concerns about potential military escalation with Iran without public debate or congressional approval
Does not affect operations that Congress has already authorized or defensive actions to protect U.S. forces from imminent threats
Part of broader War Powers debate about presidential authority to conduct military operations without explicit congressional authorization

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution would directly affect U.S. service members currently engaged in any unauthorized operations related to Iran, potentially bringing them home from conflict zones. It would also impact how future presidents can use military force, requiring them to seek congressional approval before initiating hostilities with Iran. For American families, this represents a check on executive power that could prevent the nation from entering another prolonged military conflict without public debate and legislative consent.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

114, 119th Congress (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.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sjres-114

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