The record

LegislationLegislation· Mar 2026
S.J.Res. 118 Procedural vote, hasn't passed

Sponsored by Cory A. Booker (D)

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

Directs the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran unless Congress declares war or authorizes military force.

Tradeoff

Orders the removal of U.S. troops from Iran combat operations without new congressional authorization. Preserves the President's power to defend against attacks and help allies resist Iranian retaliation.

What's in it

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The Senate rejected a the bill from committee on March 18, 2026, by a vote of 47-53 — the bill remains stalled in committee.

  1. Senate

    Introduced

    (Mar 5, 2026)

  2. Senate

    Committee on Foreign Relations(Mar 5, 2026)

  3. Senate

    On the

    Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 118

    Motion to Discharge Rejected(Roll #58 · Mar 18, 2026)

    47 yeanay 53

Recently introduced · no floor action yet