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. 116

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

Christopher Murphy

D - CT

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Summary

This resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from any combat operations in or against Iran that Congress hasn't explicitly approved. Senator Murphy is asserting Congress's constitutional authority to decide when America goes to war, aiming to prevent unauthorized military escalation with Iran that could put American service members at risk.

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 in or against Iran that Congress hasn't explicitly approved. Senator Murphy is asserting Congress's constitutional authority to decide when America goes to

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This resolution would require the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from any combat operations in or against Iran that Congress hasn't explicitly approved. Senator Murphy is asserting Congress's constitutional authority to decide when America goes to war, aiming to prevent unauthorized military escalation with Iran that could put American service members at risk.

Bill Number: 116
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

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Fact Sheet

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: 116
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 in or against Iran that Congress hasn't explicitly approved. Senator Murphy is asserting Congress's constitutional authority to decide when America goes to war, aiming to prevent unauthorized mili

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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 in or against Iran that Congress hasn't explicitly approved. Senator Murphy is asserting Congress's constitutional authority to decide when America goes to war, aiming to prevent unauthorized military escalation with Iran that could put American service members at risk.

Last updated: 3/7/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Demands removal of U.S. troops from unauthorized military operations against Iran, reinforcing Congress's constitutional war-making powers
Addresses ongoing concerns about potential military conflict with Iran without a formal congressional authorization
Would affect any current U.S. military personnel engaged in hostile actions within Iran or against Iranian forces
Represents legislative pushback against executive branch military actions taken without congressional approval
Does not have any cosponsors yet, suggesting this may face challenges gaining broader support

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution would primarily affect U.S. military service members currently deployed in operations involving Iran, potentially bringing them home from unauthorized combat zones. American families with loved ones in the military would see congressional oversight strengthened over decisions that put troops in harm's way. More broadly, it would impact U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East by limiting presidential power to engage militarily with Iran without explicit congressional authorization for war.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

116, 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-116

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