Senate Resolution Seeks to Stop Unauthorized U.S. Air Strikes Against Iran
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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Key Points
- This resolution would require the President to stop military strikes against Iran unless Congress officially declares war or gives specific permission. It was written after the President ordered 'massive' air strikes on February 28, 2026, without asking Congress first.
From policy text
“Congress hereby directs the President to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force.”
View in full text - The proposal is based on the U.S. Constitution, which says only Congress has the power to declare war. The resolution argues that the recent military actions are illegal because lawmakers never voted to authorize them.
From policy text
“Congress has the sole power to declare war under article I, section 8, clause 11 of the United States Constitution.”
View in full text - Even if this passes, the military would still be allowed to defend the United States and its people if they are attacked. The U.S. could also continue to share information and provide defensive equipment to help allies stop incoming missiles or drones.
From policy text
“Nothing in this section may be construed to prevent the United States from-- (1) defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations; (2) collecting, analyzing, or sharing intelligence”
View in full text - This policy matters because it would prevent the country from staying in a major conflict without a public debate and a vote by elected representatives. It aims to ensure that the decision to go to war is not made by one person alone.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Introduced in Senate
News
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4 billsA 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.
Mar 5 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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.
Mar 5 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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.
Mar 4 — Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 46. (consideration: CR S796)
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.
Mar 5 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
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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