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US SJR115
Joint Resolution
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Murphy
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AI Summary
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Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress authorizes military action through a declaration of war or specific authorization for use of military force
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Responds to "Operation Epic Fury," launched by the Trump administration on February 28, 2026, which deployed U.S. military forces in an ongoing campaign against the Government of Iran
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Invokes the War Powers Resolution and Section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act (50 U.S.C. 1546a) to trigger expedited congressional procedures for consideration
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Preserves U.S. authority to defend against attacks on American personnel or facilities, collect and share intelligence with allies, and assist partner nations attacked by Iran since February 28, 2026 in intercepting retaliatory strikes or providing defensive materiel
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Explicitly states the resolution does not authorize any use of military force, consistent with Section 8(a)(1) of the War Powers Resolution
Legislative Description
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.
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
3/5/2026