A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Republic of Cuba that have not been authorized by Congress.

Key Points

• This resolution would require the president to pull all U.S. military forces out of any fighting or blockade operations in or against Cuba, unless Congress has formally declared war or passed a specific authorization for the use of force.
• The resolution makes clear that any military action against Cuba, including a blockade or quarantine by the Coast Guard or other forces, counts as introducing troops into hostilities under the War Powers Resolution and therefore requires congressional approval.
• The resolution preserves the military's ability to defend the country from direct attack, respond to imminent threats, and carry out anti-drug smuggling operations, so those activities would not be affected.
• Introduced by Senators Kaine, Schiff, and Gallego, the resolution invokes an expedited procedure under existing law that allows Congress to fast-track votes on measures to withdraw forces from unauthorized hostilities.