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119th Congress

S.J.Res. 185

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.

  1. Introduced
  2. In committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor
Tim Kaine(D-VA)
Introduced
Apr 27, 2026
Policy area
International Affairs
Committees
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
Official text
Placed on Calendar Senate · Congress.gov page

Cosponsors (9)

Original cosponsors (5)

Added later (4)

Summary

Summary by the Congressional Research Service· describes the “Introduced in Senate” version

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.

Roll-call votes

DateVoteResultYour members
Jun 24, 2026
Senate #192		Motion to Proceed to S. J. Res. 185Motion to Proceed RejectedSet your home to see
May 19, 2026
Senate #129		Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 185Motion to Discharge Agreed toSet your home to see

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