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S.J.Res. 124 · 119th Congress

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

IntroducedInternational Affairs
IntroducedMar 12, 2026
Passed SenateNot yet
Passed HouseNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Apr 28, 2026: The motion to discharge fell when the point of order was well taken.

What it does

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This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Cuba 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, the threat of an imminent armed attack, or the lawful execution of counternarcotics operations.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in Senate, Mar 12, 2026).

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What has happened

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  1. Mar 12, 2026Introduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Apr 28, 2026 · SenatePoint of Order Well Taken 51–47
    On the Point of Order · needed a majority
    R 50 yes, 2 noI 0 yes, 2 noD 1 yes, 43 noEach member · Record

Cosponsors

  • Angela D. Alsobrooks D-MD
  • Tammy Duckworth D-IL
  • Ruben Gallego D-AZ
  • John W. Hickenlooper D-CO
  • Amy Klobuchar D-MN
  • Jeff Merkley D-OR
  • Alex Padilla D-CA
  • Bernard Sanders I-VT
  • Adam B. Schiff D-CA
  • Charles E. Schumer D-NY
  • Chris Van Hollen D-MD
  • Peter Welch D-VT
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  • Ron Wyden D-OR