U.S. forces would have to stop fighting Iran unless Congress votes to allow it. The President could still act to stop an attack that is about to happen. The resolution is mainly about making Congress vote before a wider war can continue.
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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. is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 328. (consideration: CR S3595).
Latest action on S.J.Res. 59: Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 328. (consideration: CR S3595)
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the people and institutions that would decide, carry out, or face a possible U.S.-Iran conflict. It matters most to service members who could be sent into danger, the President who directs military action, and Congress which would have to vote before fighting could continue. It also affects military commanders planning operations and people watching for broader effects on U.S. policy in the Middle East.
Why this matters: This matters because it would make a public vote in Congress the key step before the United States could keep fighting Iran. That could reduce the chance of a wider war starting without open debate. It also strengthens Congress's role in war decisions while still leaving room for immediate self-defense if an attack is about to happen. How much it changes real military action may depend on how leaders define "hostilities" in a real crisis.
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Officially: 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.
U.S. forces would have to stop fighting Iran unless Congress votes to allow it. The President could still act to stop an attack that is about to happen. The resolution is mainly about making Congress vote before a wider war can continue.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S.J.RES.59. Modern Action shows what the bill would change, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (6/16/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
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