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Congress·In Committee·S.J.Res. 185

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. Kaine Introduces Resolution to Require Congressional Approval for 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 mentioned for this resolution.

Legislative Progress

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Unlikely to pass

While it has support from top Democratic leaders, similar measures often face strong opposition from the other party and could face a veto if the sitting president disagrees.

Key Points

National Security Foreign Policy

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

By potentially preventing a prolonged unauthorized conflict with Iran, this resolution could reduce the future flow of veterans dealing with combat-related injuries and trauma. However, the impact on current veterans is indirect since the resolution is forward-looking and focused on active operations.

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Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Apr 27, 2026Senate

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.

Apr 27, 2026

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.

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.

Bill NumberSJRES 185
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(7)
D: 7

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