Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Description
Would direct the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless authorized by a declaration of war.
Summary
What it does
This concurrent resolution would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the government or military of Iran unless Congress has formally declared war or provided specific statutory authorization. The measure includes a provision clarifying that these restrictions would not prevent the United States from defending itself against an imminent attack.
Who is affected
This resolution directly affects the President of the United States and the U.S. Armed Forces by requiring the termination of military involvement in hostilities against Iran without specific congressional authorization. It also impacts the Iranian government and military, as it seeks to end unauthorized U.S. hostilities directed toward them. Additionally, the resolution preserves the ability of the United States to engage in military action if necessary to defend against an imminent attack.
Key provisions
- Termination of unauthorized hostilities against Iran. Directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Iranian government or military unless Congress has enacted a formal declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force.
- Preservation of self-defense authorities. Clarifies that the resolution does not prevent the United States from utilizing its Armed Forces to defend against an imminent attack.
Fiscal impact
Not applicable: No CBO cost estimate available
Effective dates
Not applicable: Official Summary does not address effective dates
Relationship to existing law
This resolution invokes the authority of the War Powers Resolution to direct the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces in hostilities against Iran unless specifically authorized by a new declaration of war or military authorization.
Stated purpose
This resolution seeks to require the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against the Iranian government or military unless Congress has specifically authorized such action through a declaration of war or formal authorization for the use of military force. It clarifies that this requirement does not restrict the ability of the United States to defend against imminent attacks.