S.J.Res. 161: 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.
A Senate joint resolution (S.J.Res.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate joint resolution (S.J.Res.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2026-04-13 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ] |
| Policy area | International Affairs |
| Cosponsors | 6 |
| Latest action | 2026-04-13 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. |
| Last updated | 2026-06-25 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2026-04-13):
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.
The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.
Cosponsors (6)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Charles E. Schumer | D NY 2026-04-15 |
| Christopher Murphy | D CT 2026-04-15 |
| Andy Kim | D NJ 2026-04-16 |
| Tammy Baldwin | D WI 2026-04-16 |
| Chris Van Hollen | D MD 2026-04-21 |
| Edward J. Markey | D MA 2026-06-24 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S.J.Res. 161 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S.J.Res. 161?
S.J.Res. 161 is a Senate joint resolution (S.J.Res.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: 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..
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S.J.Res. 161 are available on congress.gov.
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