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.
Sen. Merkley Introduces Resolution to Stop Unauthorized U.S. Military Action Against Iran
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations. No further actions are scheduled at this time, and the bill is not moving forward. There is no companion bill listed for this resolution.
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These types of resolutions often struggle to get enough support from both parties to pass through both the House and Senate.
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Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Veterans are indirectly affected because limiting unauthorized military action could reduce the number of future veterans dealing with combat-related injuries and trauma from an Iran conflict. However, the impact is indirect and depends on whether the resolution actually passes and whether large-scale hostilities would have otherwise occurred.
Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Source Information
Document Type
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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