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US SJR98
Joint Resolution
AI Summary
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Directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless Congress explicitly authorizes such action through a declaration of war or specific authorization for use of military force.
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Invokes Congress's constitutional authority under Article I, Section 8 to declare war, asserting that no such declaration or statutory authorization exists for military action against Venezuela.
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Utilizes expedited procedures under 50 U.S.C. 1546a (Section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act, FY 1984-1985) for consideration of the resolution.
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Preserves the right of the United States to defend itself from an armed attack or threat of imminent armed attack against Venezuela-related military restrictions.
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Introduced December 3, 2025 by Senator Kaine with bipartisan support (including Senator Paul) and 30 co-sponsors; discharged from the Foreign Relations Committee on January 8, 2026.
Legislative Description
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
International affairs
Last Action
Point of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under 50 U.S.C. 1546(a) against the measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 9.
1/14/2026