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A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities that have not been authorized by Congress.

USA119th CongressSJRES-83| Senate 
| Updated: 10/9/2025
Adam B. Schiff

Adam B. Schiff

Democratic Senator

California

Cosponsors (8)
Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Rand Paul (Republican)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Bernard Sanders (Independent)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)

Foreign Relations Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The joint resolution instructs the President to terminate U.S. armed forces’ involvement in hostilities against any foreign terrorist organization , specially designated global terrorist , or state where such entities operate, and against non‑state groups engaged in drug trafficking, unless Congress issues a declaration of war or a specific statutory authorization. It emphasizes that the mere designation of an organization does not grant the President authority to use force and that the recent strikes on vessels in September 2025 are considered hostilities under the War Powers Resolution. Congress notes that it has not received adequate information about the vessels’ affiliations, threats, or available non‑lethal options, and therefore requires a clear congressional mandate before further military action. The resolution also calls for resources and authorities to aid the executive branch in combating drug trafficking through intelligence, law enforcement, and diplomatic or military tools, while allowing the President to request additional support. The rule of construction clarifies that the directive does not preclude the U.S. from defending itself against an armed attack or from using forces in support of civil authorities during authorized counternarcotics operations. It underscores that drug trafficking alone does not constitute an armed attack or imminent threat, and therefore cannot justify military engagement without congressional approval. The resolution is to be processed under expedited procedures outlined in the Department of State Authorization Act and the International Security and Arms Control Export Act.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 116-68
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 116-69
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 116-63
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 116-7
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.

Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 115-54
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.
Sep 18, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Sep 18, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sep 19, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HJRES 119-126
Introduced in House
Oct 9, 2025
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 555.
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  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 116-68
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 116-69
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 116-63
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 116-7
    A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 115-54
    A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.


  • September 18, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • September 18, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.


  • September 19, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HJRES 119-126
    Introduced in House


  • October 9, 2025
    Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 555.
    View Vote

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  • HJRES 119-126: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities that have not been authorized by Congress.

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities that have not been authorized by Congress.

USA119th CongressSJRES-83| Senate 
| Updated: 10/9/2025
The joint resolution instructs the President to terminate U.S. armed forces’ involvement in hostilities against any foreign terrorist organization , specially designated global terrorist , or state where such entities operate, and against non‑state groups engaged in drug trafficking, unless Congress issues a declaration of war or a specific statutory authorization. It emphasizes that the mere designation of an organization does not grant the President authority to use force and that the recent strikes on vessels in September 2025 are considered hostilities under the War Powers Resolution. Congress notes that it has not received adequate information about the vessels’ affiliations, threats, or available non‑lethal options, and therefore requires a clear congressional mandate before further military action. The resolution also calls for resources and authorities to aid the executive branch in combating drug trafficking through intelligence, law enforcement, and diplomatic or military tools, while allowing the President to request additional support. The rule of construction clarifies that the directive does not preclude the U.S. from defending itself against an armed attack or from using forces in support of civil authorities during authorized counternarcotics operations. It underscores that drug trafficking alone does not constitute an armed attack or imminent threat, and therefore cannot justify military engagement without congressional approval. The resolution is to be processed under expedited procedures outlined in the Department of State Authorization Act and the International Security and Arms Control Export Act.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 116-68
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 116-69
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 116-63
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 116-7
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.

Bill from Previous Congress

SJRES 115-54
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.
Sep 18, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Sep 18, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sep 19, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HJRES 119-126
Introduced in House
Oct 9, 2025
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 555.
View Vote
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 116-68
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 116-69
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 116-63
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 116-7
    A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SJRES 115-54
    A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.


  • September 18, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • September 18, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.


  • September 19, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HJRES 119-126
    Introduced in House


  • October 9, 2025
    Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 555.
    View Vote
Adam B. Schiff

Adam B. Schiff

Democratic Senator

California

Cosponsors (8)
Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Rand Paul (Republican)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Bernard Sanders (Independent)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)

Foreign Relations Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • HJRES 119-126: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities that have not been authorized by Congress.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted