To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
In progressIntroducedJan 7, 2026
Policy areaInternational Affairs
Cosponsors126
What this bill is intended to do
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.
Latest action
Jan 22, 2026Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
How Congress voted · House roll call 48 · Jan 22, 2026
215 Yea215 Nay1 Not voting
Failed
How each party voted
Republicans2–214
Democrats213–0
Independents0–1
C70
Graded by The Quiet Ledger
The bill directs the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from Venezuela unless Congress has explicitly authorized their presence through a declaration of war or specific statutory authorization. It references the War Powers Resolution to assert Congress's authority over military engagements.
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