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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.

5/15/2026, 8:07 AM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 40

The bill titled "Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran," designated as H.Con.Res. 40 in the 119th Congress, was introduced on June 23, 2025. The bill aims to compel the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from engaging in hostilities with Iran in accordance with section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution. For further details and the official text of the bill, it can be accessed via the provided Congress.gov link: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hconres40/BILLS-119hconres40ih.htm

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.)

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 40

Bill HCONRES 40 is currently in the status of Failed in House since April 16, 2026. Bill HCONRES 40 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2025.  Bill HCONRES 40's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of April 16, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 40

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
680
Democrat Cosponsors
680
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 40

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 40

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

Comments

Ivy Oakley profile image

Ivy Oakley

1,220

5 months ago

I don't like this bill. It's gonna make things worse for us. We need to stay strong and protect ourselves. This ain't the right move. #disappointed

Angel Ballard profile image

Angel Ballard

1,140

5 months ago

I think this bill is good cuz it helps bring our troops home from Iran. Who benefits from this bill?

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