The bill directs the President to withdraw U.S. Armed Forces from engaging in hostilities against Iran, unless for defense against imminent attack, and if the President meets specified War Powers Resolution requirements, or if Congress explicitly authorizes military force against Iran. This impacts U.S. military involvement in Iran, with a focus on preventing unauthorized hostilities and ensuring congressional oversight in the use of military force.
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.)