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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.

5/6/2026, 2:57 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 172

The bill, designated as S.J.Res. 172 in the 119th Congress, is a joint resolution aimed at directing the withdrawal of U.S. Armed Forces from any unauthorized hostilities involving or against the Islamic Republic of Iran. Introduced on April 13, 2026, the bill primarily seeks to remove military involvement not sanctioned by Congress in relation to Iran, emphasizing congressional authorization for such actions.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 172

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.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 172

Bill SJRES 172 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2026. Bill SJRES 172 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 13, 2026.  Bill SJRES 172's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of April 13, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 172

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 172

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 172

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.
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.

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Winona Nelson

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I'm so happy they're doing this! It's gonna help us all out.

Sponsors and Cosponsors of SJRES 172

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