Congressional war powers and Iran
Congress should have to approve ongoing fighting with Iran, while still leaving room for urgent self-defense.
Matched provisions
Pull troops out of fighting Iran in 30 days
The President would have to end American military fighting against Iran within 30 days after February 28, 2026, unless Congress passes a new law clearly allowing that force. This covers combat troops and occupation forces.
Pull U.S. forces out of fighting with Iran
The President would have to take U.S. forces out of fighting with Iran unless Congress later passes a declaration of war or a specific law approving that fight.
Pull U.S. forces out unless Congress approves
The bill orders the President to remove United States forces from fighting in or against Iran unless Congress formally approves that fighting.
