Cory Booker (D-NJ)
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
A Democratic resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran. The resolution notes that the current military actions, termed "Operation Epic Fury," have not been authorized by Congress. It cites significant military buildup and retaliatory strikes that have resulted in casualties among United States service members. The resolution seeks to end these unauthorized operations unless Congress provides a declaration of war or specific statutory authorization. It also outlines exceptions for defense, intelligence sharing, and assisting partner countries.
Yes· 3 of 11
- Scored +5
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The measure aims to reduce the risk of injury and death to service members currently in the field.
- Scored +4
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?
Removing forces from active hostilities within or against Iran would likely reduce immediate military expenditures.
- Scored +3
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Stabilizing prices for basic goods and gas provides relief to low-income families.
The opposite
- Scored -3
Does this give the federal government more power?
The bill limits the President's unilateral ability to conduct military operations without congressional authorization.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Service Members and Families: The resolution aims to stop unauthorized hostilities that have resulted in the deaths of 13 members of the United States Armed Forces and injuries to more than 350 others (Section 1, Findings (10)).
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Economic Relief for American Families: The resolution notes that the current military operations have caused a surge in the global cost of oil, gas, fertilizer, and basic goods, which makes it difficult for families to meet their needs (Section 1, Findings (12)).
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Restoration of Constitutional Authority: The measure seeks to re-establish the principle that Congress has the sole power to declare war (Section 1, Findings (1)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Reduced Defense Capabilities: The resolution's direction to remove forces could impact the ability to maintain the current military presence in the Middle East (Section 2(a)).
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Impact on Defensive Assistance: While the bill allows for assistance to certain partners, the primary directive is the removal of forces from hostilities within or against Iran (Section 2(a)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The measure aims to reduce the risk of injury and death to service members currently in the field. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Stabilizing prices for basic goods and gas provides relief to low-income families. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The bill seeks to alleviate the rising costs of living caused by military conflict. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Lowering the cost of fertilizer may assist those in the agricultural sector.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this reduce what is spent on the military? — Removing forces from active hostilities within or against Iran would likely reduce immediate military expenditures. Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — Reducing active hostilities protects service members from injury and death. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill maintains the ability to share intelligence and provide defensive support to allies and partner countries.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Is this likely to lower the price at the pump? — The resolution notes that stopping hostilities could help stabilize the surge in global oil and gas prices. Does this invest in rural communities? — Mitigating the surge in fertilizer costs could provide relief to rural agricultural communities.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to slow the rise in prices? — The bill aims to mitigate the surge in the cost of oil, gas, and basic goods caused by ongoing military operations.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill limits the President's unilateral ability to conduct military operations without congressional authorization.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Reducing the cost of basic goods and fertilizer helps ease financial pressures on families.
- 4/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/13/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Introduced in Senate
5 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-SJRES-104: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
- 119-SJRES-114: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
- 119-SJRES-118: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
- 119-SJRES-163: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
- 119-SJRES-185: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
Charles SchumerDemocrat · New York