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Directing the President, pursuant to the War Powers Resolution, to comply with the 60-day use of force and 30-day phased withdrawal requirements regarding the use of the United States Armed Forces in Operation Epic Fury in Iran.

USA119th CongressHJRES-156| House 
| Updated: 4/16/2026
Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Republican Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (2)
Jared F. Golden (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This joint resolution mandates that the President adhere to the War Powers Resolution concerning the use of United States Armed Forces in "Operation Epic Fury" in Iran. It requires the termination of military force within 60 days of the operation's commencement and a subsequent withdrawal of forces from Iran within 30 days, unless Congress provides explicit authorization. The resolution's findings detail Iran's role as a state sponsor of terrorism and its threat to U.S. interests, noting "Operation Epic Fury" involved airstrikes and the assassination of Iranian officials, leading to retaliatory attacks and U.S. casualties. Congress asserts its sole constitutional power to declare war and the limitations imposed on the President by the War Powers Resolution, which requires troop withdrawal within 60 days without authorization. The 60-day termination period can be tolled during cease-fire negotiations, and a phased removal of forces is directed, with exceptions for defense or nuclear non-proliferation, while still complying with the War Powers Resolution. Importantly, the resolution clarifies it does not impede intelligence sharing activities related to threats from Iran.
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Apr 16, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 16, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • April 16, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 16, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Directing the President, pursuant to the War Powers Resolution, to comply with the 60-day use of force and 30-day phased withdrawal requirements regarding the use of the United States Armed Forces in Operation Epic Fury in Iran.

USA119th CongressHJRES-156| House 
| Updated: 4/16/2026
This joint resolution mandates that the President adhere to the War Powers Resolution concerning the use of United States Armed Forces in "Operation Epic Fury" in Iran. It requires the termination of military force within 60 days of the operation's commencement and a subsequent withdrawal of forces from Iran within 30 days, unless Congress provides explicit authorization. The resolution's findings detail Iran's role as a state sponsor of terrorism and its threat to U.S. interests, noting "Operation Epic Fury" involved airstrikes and the assassination of Iranian officials, leading to retaliatory attacks and U.S. casualties. Congress asserts its sole constitutional power to declare war and the limitations imposed on the President by the War Powers Resolution, which requires troop withdrawal within 60 days without authorization. The 60-day termination period can be tolled during cease-fire negotiations, and a phased removal of forces is directed, with exceptions for defense or nuclear non-proliferation, while still complying with the War Powers Resolution. Importantly, the resolution clarifies it does not impede intelligence sharing activities related to threats from Iran.
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Timeline
Apr 16, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 16, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • April 16, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 16, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Republican Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (2)
Jared F. Golden (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

International Affairs

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted