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US SJR116
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 explicitly authorizes military action through a declaration of war or specific authorization for use of military force
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Invokes the War Powers Resolution, citing that Congress has not declared war on Iran nor enacted any statutory authorization for military force against Iran
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References "Operation Epic Fury," launched February 28, 2026, involving more than 50,000 U.S. service members and resulting in six American military deaths
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Preserves the President's authority to defend against attacks on U.S. personnel or facilities, share intelligence with partner nations, and assist allies in intercepting retaliatory attacks from Iran or its proxies
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Utilizes expedited congressional procedures under Section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act (50 U.S.C. 1546a) for consideration of the 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.
International affairs
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
3/5/2026