HCONRES 89 · 119th Congress · House

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

Failed

SponsorRep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7] (D-WA)

IntroducedApr 23, 2026

Policy areaInternational Affairs

Cosponsors16

What this bill is intended to do

This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of its government or military unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself, its Armed Forces, its diplomatic facilities, or allied states from imminent attack.

Latest action

Sep 24, 2026Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 50. Record Vote Number: 244.

How Congress voted · Senate roll call 244 · Sep 24, 2026

49 Yea50 Nay1 Not voting

Concurrent Resolution Rejected (49-50)

How each party voted

Republicans4–49

Democrats43–1

Independents2–0

Revealed positions from the official roll call.

B72

Graded by The Quiet Ledger

The bill directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran unless explicitly authorized by Congress. It includes provisions to ensure defensive actions and intelligence activities are not hindered. The bill does not authorize new military force and aims to align with the War Powers Resolution.

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Structural flags⚑ Spends without a pay-for

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