Bills and Legislation

S.J.Res. 181 — 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.

In plain terms · AI-written

Would require the removal of U.S. military forces from unauthorized hostilities in or against Iran.

What it does · Congressional Research Service

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.

The “Introduced in Senate” summary, Apr 13, 2026. Read it in full on congress.gov.

The record

  • Chamber: U.S. Senate
  • Status: Failed — Failed a vote. It would have to be revived to go any further in the House.
  • Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
  • Introduced: Apr 13, 2026
  • Latest action: Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 50. Record Vote Number: 216. (consideration: CR S4357) (Jul 30, 2026)
  • Subjects: International Affairs

Recorded floor votes

  • Motion to Discharge Rejected — On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 181 (Jul 30, 2026, 49–50, Senate)

Procedural and amendment votes included.

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