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House Concurrent Resolution 86
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
Introduced
Introduced
Submitted in House on Apr 20, 2026
Overview
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The bill directs the President to pull US Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran, except for defense purposes, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or specific congressional authorization. It aims to comply with the War Powers Resolution and limit military involvement with Iran unless for defensive measures. If passed, it could impact US military operations in the region and Congress' role in authorizing military actions against Iran.

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Introduced
Apr 20, 2026
Latest Action
Apr 20, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Concurrent Resolution
Concurrent Resolution
A form of legislative measure used for the regulation of business within both chambers of Congress, not for proposing changes in law. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Con.Res. or S.Con.Res. Joint resolutions and simple resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
86
Congress
119
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.
Sponsorship by Party
Democrat
New York
Democrat
Connecticut
Democrat
New Hampshire
Democrat
Rhode Island
Democrat
Washington
House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

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.)

Text (1)
April 20, 2026
Actions (2)
04/20/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
04/20/2026
Submitted in House
Public Record
Record Updated
May 18, 2026 1:26:12 PM