This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It specifically invokes section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution , asserting Congress's authority to mandate the withdrawal of forces engaged in unauthorized conflicts. An exception is made for forces required to defend the United States or an ally or partner from imminent attack , but only if the President fully complies with the reporting requirements of section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution. This directive remains in effect unless Congress provides an explicit declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force against Iran, thereby reasserting congressional oversight over military engagements.
Conflicts and warsCongressional-executive branch relationsIranMiddle EastMilitary operations and strategyPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsWar and emergency powers
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
USA119th CongressHCONRES-93| House
| Updated: 4/28/2026
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran. It specifically invokes section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution , asserting Congress's authority to mandate the withdrawal of forces engaged in unauthorized conflicts. An exception is made for forces required to defend the United States or an ally or partner from imminent attack , but only if the President fully complies with the reporting requirements of section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution. This directive remains in effect unless Congress provides an explicit declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force against Iran, thereby reasserting congressional oversight over military engagements.
Conflicts and warsCongressional-executive branch relationsIranMiddle EastMilitary operations and strategyPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsWar and emergency powers