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S.J.Res. 59 · 119th Congress

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.

IntroducedInternational Affairs
IntroducedJun 16, 2025
Passed SenateNot yet
Passed HouseNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, 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)

What it does

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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.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in Senate, Jun 16, 2025).

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What has happened

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

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Recorded votes

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  1. Jun 27, 2025 · SenateMotion to Discharge Rejected 47–53
    On the Motion to Discharge · needed a majority
    R 1 yes, 52 noI 2 yes, 0 noD 44 yes, 1 noEach member · Record