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H.Con.Res. 40 · 119TH CONGRESS

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

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This resolution would direct the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran unless authorized by Congress.

AI summary based on the official CRS summary on Congress.gov.

What it does

This concurrent resolution would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress has issued a formal declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force. This requirement would not apply to military elements necessary to defend the United States or its allies from an imminent attack, provided the President adheres to the reporting and time-limit requirements of the War Powers Resolution.

Who is affected

This resolution directly affects the President and the U.S. Armed Forces by requiring the removal of military personnel from hostilities against Iran unless authorized by Congress. It also impacts U.S. allies and partners, as the mandate excludes military elements necessary to defend these entities from imminent attack. Additionally, the resolution involves the legislative branch by asserting congressional authority over the duration and authorization of military engagements.

Key provisions

  • Removal of Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. The resolution directs the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from active hostilities against Iran unless Congress has issued a formal declaration of war or specific military authorization.
  • Exemption for imminent attack defense. The requirement to remove forces does not apply to military elements necessary to defend the United States, its allies, or partners from an imminent attack. This exception is contingent upon the President complying with reporting and duration requirements established by the War Powers Resolution.

Fiscal impact

Not applicable: No CBO cost estimate available

Effective dates

The resolution requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after their introduction, unless Congress provides specific authorization or a declaration of war.

Relationship to existing law

This resolution is introduced pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution and requires the President to comply with specific reporting and withdrawal provisions of that law regarding the use of U.S. Armed Forces in hostilities.

Stated purpose

This resolution seeks to require the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress has issued a formal declaration of war or specific military authorization. It intends to reinforce congressional oversight under the War Powers Resolution while maintaining an exception for the immediate defense of the United States or its allies from imminent attack.