To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
Last recorded step: Passed House, Dec 17, 2025.
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This resolution would direct the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in Venezuela unless authorized by Congress.
What it does
This concurrent resolution would direct the President to remove United States Armed Forces from any hostilities occurring within or against Venezuela. Such military actions would be prohibited unless Congress has specifically enacted a formal declaration of war or a distinct authorization for the use of military force.
Who is affected
This resolution directly affects the President and the U.S. Armed Forces by requiring the removal of military personnel from hostilities within or against Venezuela. It also impacts the U.S. Congress, which would be required to enact a formal declaration of war or specific authorization for such military actions to continue.
Key provisions
- Removal of Armed Forces from hostilities. Directs the President to withdraw United States Armed Forces from active hostilities occurring within or directed against Venezuela.
- Congressional authorization requirement. Specifies that military involvement in Venezuela must cease unless Congress has formally enacted a declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force.
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 reinforces the constitutional and statutory requirement for the President to obtain a formal declaration of war or specific authorization from Congress before engaging U.S. Armed Forces in hostilities.
Stated purpose
The resolution aims to require the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from any hostilities involving Venezuela unless Congress has specifically issued a declaration of war or a formal authorization for the use of military force.