Contact Congress about S.J.Res. 90: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.

U.S. troops would have to stop fighting in or near Venezuela unless Congress votes to allow it. The resolution treats current and planned military operations there as unauthorized hostilities. Self-defense against a direct attack is still permitted.

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A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela 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. 49 - 51. Record Vote Number: 608. (consideration: CR S7958).

Latest action on S.J.Res. 90: Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 51. Record Vote Number: 608. (consideration: CR S7958)

Who this affects: The resolution would directly change what the U.S. military can do in and around Venezuela, with ripple effects for service members, intelligence agencies, and the broader region.

Why this matters: The resolution is a direct assertion of Congress's constitutional war power at a moment when military action appears to be escalating without a public debate or vote.

Key provisions in S.J.Res. 90

• Congress has not declared war on Venezuela or passed any law authorizing U.S. military force there.
• The resolution classifies current or imminent U.S. military actions in or against Venezuela as hostilities under the War Powers Resolution.
• It orders the President to stop using U.S. Armed Forces in those hostilities unless Congress passes a declaration of war or a specific use-of-force authorization.
• The bill triggers expedited congressional procedures under existing federal law, speeding up floor consideration.
• U.S. forces can still act in self-defense against an armed attack or an imminent threat of one.

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Questions people ask about S.J.Res. 90

What is S.J.Res. 90?

U.S. troops would have to stop fighting in or near Venezuela unless Congress votes to allow it. The resolution treats current and planned military operations there as unauthorized hostilities. Self-defense against a direct attack is still permitted.

How do I support or oppose S.J.Res. 90?

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Who should I contact about S.J.Res. 90?

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