Senate Joint Resolution 63
116th Congress(2019-2020)
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.
Introduced
Amendments
Introduced in Senate on Jan 3, 2020
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Joint Resolution
Joint Resolution
A form of legislative measure used to propose changes in law, or to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.J.Res. or S.J.Res. Concurrent resolutions and simple resolutions are other types of resolutions. Bill is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
63
Congress
116
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a congressional declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force.
January 3, 2020
Amendments (3)
Jan 14, 2020
Submitted in Senate
1
Sponsorship
Senate Amendment 1281
To provide that nothing in the resolution may be construed as restricting missions related to force protection of United States aircraft, ships, or personnel.
Submitted
Jan 14, 2020
Submitted in Senate
1
Sponsorship
Senate Amendment 1280
To amend the findings.
Submitted
Jan 14, 2020
Submitted in Senate
1
Sponsorship
Senate Amendment 1279
To amend the findings.
Submitted
01/03/2020
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
01/03/2020
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Feb 9, 2022 3:56:53 AM