S.J.Res. 90 Introduced International Affairs

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela 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 October 16, 2025 Cosponsors 18 (1 R, 16 D, 1 I) Latest action November 6, 2025

Summary

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela 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 itself from an armed attack or threat of an imminent armed attack.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Roll-call votes

Actions

  1. Nov 6, 2025 Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 51. Record Vote Number: 608. (consideration: CR S7958)
  2. Nov 6, 2025 Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (Pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act of 1976). (consideration: CR S7945-7958)
  3. Oct 16, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
  4. Oct 16, 2025 Introduced in Senate

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