Bill > SJRes163

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from any ongoing hostilities within or against Iran, unless Congress has explicitly authorized such military action through a declaration of war or a specific law. The resolution acknowledges Congress's constitutional power to declare war and the President's duty to defend the nation, but it asserts that current military actions against Iran do not meet these legal requirements. It references the War Powers Resolution, a law designed to limit the President's ability to commit U.S. forces to conflict without congressional approval, and specifies expedited procedures for considering such removal directives. Importantly, the resolution includes exceptions, allowing the U.S. to defend itself and its personnel from attacks, gather intelligence related to threats from Iran, and provide defensive support to partner countries attacked by Iran or its proxies.