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H.Con.Res. 86 · 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.

Passed SenateInternational Affairs
IntroducedApr 20, 2026
Passed HouseJun 3, 2026
Passed SenateJun 23, 2026

Where it stands

Passed Senate. Latest step, Jun 24, 2026: Message on Senate action sent to the House. The House passed it 215–208 and the Senate passed it 50–48.

What it does

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

Elements of the U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack are not covered by this requirement provided the President complies with a specified provision of the War Powers Resolution. (The provision generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after the President notifies or is required to notify Congress of such involvement, unless Congress authorizes such use. For more information on the War Powers Resolution, see CRS In Focus 13134.)

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in House, Apr 20, 2026).

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What has happened

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  1. Jun 23, 2026Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 48. Record Vote Number: 184. Roll call recordLibrary of Congress
  2. Jun 3, 2026Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 208 (Roll no. 199). Roll call recordLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Jun 3, 2026 · HousePassed 215–208
    On Agreeing to the Resolution · needed a majority
    R 4 yes, 207 noI 0 yes, 1 noD 211 yes, 0 noEach member · Record
  2. Jun 23, 2026 · SenateConcurrent Resolution Agreed to 50–48
    On the Concurrent Resolution · needed a majority
    R 4 yes, 47 noI 2 yes, 0 noD 44 yes, 1 noEach member · Record

Cosponsors

  • Gabe Amo D-RI-1
  • Maggie Goodlander D-NH-2
  • James A. Himes D-CT-4
  • Thomas Massie R-KY-4
  • Adam Smith D-WA-9