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S.J.Res. 172Failed

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.

Introduced: Apr 13, 2026

Latest action date: Jun 16, 2026

Latest development

Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 48. Record Vote Number: 174.

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119th Congress
Introduced
Apr 13, 2026
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Plain-language overview

What this bill does

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran 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 against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

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  1. Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 48. Record Vote Number: 174.

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  2. Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act of 1976).

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  3. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

    IntroReferralSenate
  4. Introduced in Senate

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Roll-call votes

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Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-48)Jun 16, 2026Senate · Roll call 174

On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 172

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47 Yea48 Nay5 Not Voting
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Bernard SandersNot Voting
Cory A. BookerNot Voting
Josh HawleyNot Voting
Mitch McConnellNot Voting

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