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US SJR117
Joint Resolution
AI Summary
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Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless Congress passes a declaration of war or specific authorization for use of military force
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Invokes Section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act (50 U.S.C. 1546a) and War Powers Resolution procedures to compel withdrawal from unauthorized military action
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Cites military operations initiated against Iran on February 28, 2026, which had resulted in 6 U.S. servicemembers killed and at least 18 wounded as of March 5, 2026
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Preserves U.S. ability to defend against attacks on American personnel/facilities, share intelligence with Israel and allies, assist Israel and other nations with defensive measures against Iranian retaliation, and evacuate U.S. citizens
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References multiple public statements from President Trump, Secretary of Defense Hegseth, and Secretary of State Rubio acknowledging a state of "war" with Iran, along with State Department evacuation orders for Americans across 15 Middle Eastern countries
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