AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Jun 23, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 19, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- 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.
- The resolution exempts U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack, provided the President complies with the War Powers Resolution.
- The War Powers Resolution provision referenced generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after notifying Congress, unless Congress authorizes such use.
- The resolution passed the House on September 15, 2026, by a vote of 220–204.
- As of September 16, 2026, the resolution was received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The resolution is a concurrent resolution, which expresses congressional will but is not a law and does not bind the President independently.
- The removal requirement applies only to hostilities against Iran that lack explicit congressional authorization through declaration of war or authorization for use of military force.
- Defensive operations protecting the U.S., allies, or partners from imminent attack remain permitted under the War Powers Resolution framework.
- The resolution's enforceability depends on Senate action, which has not occurred as of the latest recorded date.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The House passed the resolution on September 15, 2026, by a narrow 220–204 margin.
- The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations received the resolution on September 16, 2026.
- No further Senate action has been recorded.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sep 15, 2026 — On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 204 (Roll no. 307). (text: CR H5609)
- Sep 15, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 204 (Roll no. 307). (text: CR H5609)
- Sep 15, 2026 — Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5826-5827)
- Sep 15, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Sep 15, 2026 — On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 204 (Roll no. 307).
- Sep 15, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 204 (Roll no. 307).
- Sep 15, 2026 — Considered as unfinished business.