A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
Description
This resolution would require the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities against Iran.
Summary
What it does
This joint resolution would direct the President to end the use of United States Armed Forces in any hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. Such military actions would only be permitted to continue if Congress specifically issues a declaration of war or provides a specific statutory authorization for the use of force against Iran.
Who is affected
This resolution directly affects the President of the United States by requiring the termination of specific military actions against Iran. It also impacts members of the U.S. Armed Forces currently engaged in or assigned to hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that lack congressional authorization.
Key provisions
- Termination of unauthorized hostilities against Iran. The resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from any hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
- Requirement for congressional authorization. The use of military force against Iran is prohibited unless the President receives a specific declaration of war or a distinct authorization for the use of military force from Congress.
Fiscal impact
Not applicable: No CBO cost estimate available
Effective dates
Not applicable: Official Summary does not address effective dates
Relationship to existing law
This resolution addresses the President's authority to use the U.S. Armed Forces by requiring specific congressional authorization, such as a declaration of war or an Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), to continue hostilities against Iran.
Stated purpose
The resolution aims to require the President to end the involvement of United States Armed Forces in hostilities against Iran unless Congress has issued a formal declaration of war or provided a specific statutory authorization for such military action.