119th Congress > Senate > Vote 777

Date: May 13, 2026

Result: 49-50 (Motion to Discharge Rejected)

Clerk session vote number: 118

Sponsor: MERKLEY, Jeff (D-OR)

Bill number: SJRES163

Question: On the Motion to Discharge

Description: 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.

Bill summary:

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.

Bill titles: 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.

Links for more info on the vote: congress.gov

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