Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Description
This resolution would direct the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran by March 30, 2026.
Summary
What it does
This concurrent resolution would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the government or military of Iran by March 30, 2026. This requirement would apply unless Congress enacts a formal declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force. The proposal specifies that these restrictions would not prevent the United States from defending itself, its military personnel, its diplomatic facilities, or allied nations from an imminent attack.
Who is affected
This resolution directly affects the President and the United States Armed Forces, who would be required to cease hostilities against the government or military of Iran by a specific deadline. It also impacts U.S. diplomatic facilities and allied states, as the measure maintains the authority to defend these entities from imminent attack. Additionally, the resolution involves Congress, which retains the authority to alter these requirements through a formal declaration of war or specific military authorization.
Key provisions
- Removal of Armed Forces from hostilities. Directs the President to withdraw United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran, including its government and military, by March 30, 2026.
- Requirement for congressional authorization. Specifies that the removal of forces is required unless Congress enacts a formal declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force against Iran.
- Preservation of self-defense authorities. Clarifies that the resolution does not prevent the United States from defending itself, its military personnel, its diplomatic facilities, or its allies from an imminent attack.
Fiscal impact
Not applicable: No CBO cost estimate available
Effective dates
The President is directed to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran no later than March 30, 2026, unless a declaration of war or specific military authorization is enacted.
Relationship to existing law
This resolution invokes section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless a formal declaration of war or specific authorization for the use of military force is enacted.
Stated purpose
This resolution seeks to require the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran by March 30, 2026, unless Congress formally declares war or provides specific military authorization. It intends to mandate this withdrawal while maintaining the authority for the United States to defend itself, its personnel, and its allies from imminent attacks.