Bills · SJRES 104
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Joint Res.SJRES 104International 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.
INTRO JAN 29· LAST ACTION MAR 4
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it touches on a long-standing debate about who has the power to commit the United States to military conflict: the President or Congress. For voters, it means determining whether military actions are undertaken with the explicit consent and debate of their elected representatives in Congress, or if the executive branch has more leeway to act.
If this bill becomes law, it would ensure that any U.S. military engagement with Iran would require a direct vote and approval from Congress, giving the public a clearer understanding of the basis for such actions. If it doesn't pass, the President's ability to deploy forces into hostilities without explicit congressional authorization could continue, raising questions about accountability and the potential for prolonged, undeclared conflicts.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from any military actions within or against Iran if Congress has not specifically authorized such actions.
This provision directly asserts Congress's authority over military engagements and prevents undeclared wars.
PROVISION 02
Reaffirms that the sole power to declare war rests with Congress, as outlined in Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution.
This emphasizes the constitutional separation of powers and the importance of legislative approval for military conflict.
PROVISION 03
Clarifies that the bill does not prevent the U.S. from defending itself, its personnel, or its facilities from attack, nor from sharing intelligence or assisting allies with defensive measures against Iran.
This ensures that essential defensive capabilities and support for allies are maintained despite restrictions on offensive engagements.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 8%
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ACTION TIMELINE
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Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 46. (consideration: CR S796)
JAN 29
Introduced in Senate
JAN 29
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Joint Resolution
NumberSJRES 104
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 29, 2026
Last actionMar 4, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 29, 2026
Senate Joint Res.SJRES 104International 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.
INTRODUCED JAN 29, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 4, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
27
COMPLEXITY
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