S.J.Res. 59 Introduced International Affairs

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA] Introduced June 16, 2025 Cosponsors 0 Latest action June 27, 2025

Summary

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a congressional declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force against Iran.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Roll-call votes

Actions

  1. Jun 27, 2025 Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 328. (consideration: CR S3595)
  2. Jun 27, 2025 Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act of 1976). (consideration: CR S3583-3595)
  3. Jun 16, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
  4. Jun 16, 2025 Introduced in Senate

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