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Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
4/17/2026, 5:28 PM
Summary of Bill HCONRES 40
Congressional Summary of HCONRES 40
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a congressional authorization for use of military force against Iran.
Elements of the U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack are not covered by this requirement provided the President complies with a specified provision of the War Powers Resolution. (The provision generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after their introduction unless Congress authorizes such use. For more information on the War Powers Resolution, see CRS In Focus 13134.)
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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 40
Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 40
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
680Democrat Cosponsors
680Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 40
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Comments

Angel Ballard
1 day ago
I think this bill is good cuz it helps bring our troops home from Iran. Who benefits from this bill?





