Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

United States119th CongressHCONRES-40House of Representatives
Updated: Apr 16, 2026

Summary

This concurrent resolution, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities involving the Islamic Republic of Iran. It explicitly invokes section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution , which grants Congress the authority to require the President to withdraw forces. The resolution includes a critical exception, allowing forces to remain if necessary to defend the United States or an ally or partner from an imminent attack. However, this exception is contingent upon the President fully complying with section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution regarding reporting requirements. Ultimately, the directive to withdraw forces would be superseded only by a formal declaration of war or a specific congressional authorization for the use of military force against Iran.

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  1. DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Con. Res. 40.

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  2. The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House.

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  3. On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 214, 1 Present (Roll no. 114).

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  4. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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