The record

LegislationLegislation· Jun 2026
S.J.Res. 172 Procedural vote, hasn't passed

Sponsored by Raphael G. Warnock (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 against Iran unless Congress authorizes war.

Tradeoff

Requires the President to end military operations against Iran without a congressional declaration of war or authorization for use of military force. Does not block defensive actions, intelligence sharing, or support for allies.

What's in it

See official bill text

The Senate rejected a the bill from committee on June 16, 2026, by a vote of 47–48. The bill remains in committee.

  1. Senate

    Introduced

    (Apr 13, 2026)

  2. Senate

    Committee on Foreign Relations(Apr 13, 2026)

  3. Senate

    On the

    Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 172

    Motion to Discharge Rejected(Roll #174 · Jun 16, 2026)

    47 yeanay 48

Recently introduced · no floor action yet