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H.Con.Res. 40 (119th): This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S

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 .)

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This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress has declared war or authorized the use of force against Iran. It exempts forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack, provided the President complies with a specified War Powers Resolution provision that generally requires removal within 60 days of notification to Congress unless Congress authorizes continued use.

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Theological note: Scripture grants the sword to civil authority for justice and restraint of evil, while also requiring that war be waged under just cause and proper authority, with decisions about killing weighed carefully. This measure bears on who may authorize lethal force, insisting on constitutional authorization for hostilities and preserving a narrow defensive exception, so its relevance lies in restraining unauthorized killing and upholding lawful, accountable civil order.

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Roll 114 · 16-Apr-2026 12:06 PM · On Agreeing to the Resolution · Failed

Yea 213 · Nay 214 · Other 4

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