Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

Bill Number: H.Con.Res. 86
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: International Affairs
Status: Passed Senate
Latest Action: 2026-06-24: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Last Updated: 2026-07-06T18:15:51Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose This concurrent resolution directs the President to end U.S. military involvement in hostilities with Iran, invoking Congress’s authority under the War Powers Resolution to limit presidential use of armed forces without explicit congressional approval.

Key Provisions

Congress orders the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
An exception allows forces to remain only if needed to defend the United States or an ally or partner from an imminent attack.
Any such defensive actions must fully comply with the reporting and consultation requirements in section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution.
Continued involvement is permitted only if Congress passes a formal declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force against Iran.

Significant Changes to Existing Law The resolution applies the War Powers Resolution’s termination mechanism (section 5(c)) to ongoing or potential operations against Iran. It does not repeal or amend the underlying statute but uses its existing framework to require withdrawal unless new statutory authorization is obtained.

Potential Impacts

On government agencies: Requires the executive branch to adjust military deployments and operations involving Iran, potentially affecting Department of Defense planning and intelligence activities.
On citizens: No direct effects on U.S. civilians are specified.
On international relations: Signals a congressional limit on U.S. military engagement with Iran, which could influence diplomatic negotiations or alliances in the Middle East.

Main Stakeholders Affected

The President and executive branch agencies responsible for national security and military operations.
Members of Congress, who exercise oversight through the War Powers Resolution.
U.S. Armed Forces personnel deployed in or near the region.
Iran and U.S. allies or partners that might be involved in any defensive actions.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The resolution tests the balance of war powers between Congress and the President under the Constitution and the 1973 War Powers Resolution. It relies on a concurrent resolution, which does not require the President’s signature, to assert congressional direction over military engagements. Compliance depends on executive interpretation of “hostilities” and “imminent attack,” which could lead to disputes over enforcement.

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Sponsor

Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]

Cosponsors (5)

Rep. Himes, James A. [D-CT-4], Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9], Rep. Amo, Gabe [D-RI-1], Rep. Goodlander, Maggie [D-NH-2], Rep. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4]

Recent Actions

2026-06-24: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
2026-06-23: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 48. Record Vote Number: 184. (consideration: CR S3039-3040) (Roll call 184)
2026-06-23: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 48. Record Vote Number: 184. (Roll call 184)
2026-06-23: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged pursuant to the order of 06/18/2026.
2026-06-23: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged pursuant to the order of 06/18/2026.
2026-06-04: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
2026-06-03: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2026-06-03: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 208 (Roll no. 199). (Roll call 199)
2026-06-03: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 208 (Roll no. 199). (Roll call 199)
2026-06-03: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3812-3813)
2026-06-02: Mr. Issa asked unanimous consent That, notwithstanding clause 8 of rule XX, further proceedings on the vote by the yeas and nays on the question of adoption of H. Con. Res. 86, may be postponed until the legislative day of June 3, 2026. Agreed to without objection.
2026-05-20: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Con. Res. 86, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the concurrent resolution and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Meeks demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
2026-05-20: The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House.
2026-05-20: DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Con. Res. 86.
2026-05-20: Considered pursuant to a previous order. (consideration: CR H3648-3652; text: CR H3648)

Bill Versions

Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. — issued 2026-06-03 — PDF (4 pages)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. — issued 2026-06-23 — PDF (1 pages)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. — issued 2026-04-20 — PDF (2 pages)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. — issued 2026-06-04 — PDF (2 pages)