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Congress·In Progress·H.Con.Res. 38

Congress Proposes Resolution to End Unauthorized U.S. Military Action Against Iran

Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

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Part of: U.S. Military Operations Against Iran
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Scheduled for House Floor Vote

This bill is on the House floor schedule this week for floor consideration.

Legislative Progress

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Key Points

  • This resolution tells the President to stop using the U.S. military for any fighting against Iran or its government. It says the military can only be used there if Congress officially declares war or gives a specific legal permission.
  • The lawmakers who wrote this say that only Congress has the power to start a war under the Constitution. They argue that because Congress hasn't officially approved fighting in Iran, the current military actions must stop.
  • The proposal includes a few exceptions. The U.S. military would still be allowed to defend itself if it is about to be attacked. It also would not stop the government from collecting or sharing secret intelligence about threats from Iran.
  • If passed, this would force the government to pull troops out of active combat situations involving Iran. The goal is to make sure the U.S. does not enter a major war without a full public debate and a vote by elected officials.
National Security Foreign Policy

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

Broader Impacts

Score
Scores: -5 (harmful) to +5 (beneficial)Short-term: 0-2 yearsLong-term: 10-30 years

Political Response

Milestones

1 milestone13 actions
Mar 5, 2026House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Mar 5, 2026House

On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 212 - 219 (Roll no. 85).

Mar 5, 2026

Failed of passage/not agreed to in House On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 212 - 219 (Roll no. 85).

Mar 5, 2026House

Considered as unfinished business.

Mar 5, 2026House

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2449)

Vote Results

1 vote
HouseFailedMar 5, 2026

On Agreeing to the Resolution

212
219
Democrat
210 – 4
Republican
2 – 215 · 1
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2027 Articles

The GuardianCenter Left

Senate votes down measure aiming to limit Trump's war powers by 53-47 vote

The HillCenter

Republicans defeat resolution to halt US military strikes against Iran

The New York TimesCenter Left

Senate G.O.P. Again Blocks Bid to Stop Iran War Until Trump Wins Authorization

Washington ExaminerCenter Right

Senate Republicans side with Trump in second Iran war vote

Fox NewsRight

GOP blocks Booker-led push to curb Trump's military authority in Iran

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Bill NumberHCONRES 38
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(94)
D: 94

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