Bills · SJRES 114
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Joint Res.SJRES 114International 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 MAR 5· LAST ACTION APR 22
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill addresses a fundamental question about the balance of power in U.S. foreign policy: who decides when the nation goes to war? Voters should care because it directly impacts whether the U.S. can engage in significant military actions without the explicit approval of the legislative branch, which is often seen as a crucial check on presidential power.
If this bill becomes law, it would immediately halt military hostilities against Iran that are not congressionally authorized, potentially de-escalating ongoing tensions and preventing a wider conflict. If it does not pass, or if a presidential veto is sustained, the executive branch might continue to engage in military actions against Iran without a formal declaration of war or specific authorization from Congress, raising concerns about accountability and the potential for prolonged or expanded military involvement.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
This is the core action of the bill, seeking to immediately cease unauthorized military engagement with Iran.
PROVISION 02
Reaffirms Congress's sole constitutional power to declare war.
This provision strengthens the argument for congressional oversight of military actions and the separation of powers.
PROVISION 03
Specifies that the directive does not prevent the U.S. from defending itself or its allies from attack by Iran.
This clarifies that the bill is not a blanket prohibition on self-defense or aid to allies, addressing potential security concerns.
PROVISION 04
References recent air strikes inside Iran ordered by President Trump as an example of unauthorized hostilities.
This provides specific context and urgency for the bill, linking it to recent real-world events.
SPONSORSHIP
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSAPR 22
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 51. Record Vote Number: 88. (consideration: CR S1889-1890)
MAR 5
Introduced in Senate
MAR 5
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
MAR 5
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Joint Resolution
NumberSJRES 114
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 5, 2026
Last actionApr 22, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2026
Senate Joint Res.SJRES 114International 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 MAR 5, 2026· LAST ACTION APR 22, 2026
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
11
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