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. 93
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- International Affairs
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-28: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-23T15:43:25Z
AI-Generated Summary
Summary of H. Con. Res. 93 (119th Congress, 2nd Session)
Purpose
This concurrent resolution directs the President to withdraw United States Armed Forces from military hostilities against Iran, invoking procedures under the War Powers Resolution (a 1973 law that requires the President to notify Congress of military actions and limits unauthorized hostilities).
Key Provisions
- Withdrawal directive: Cites section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution (50 U.S.C. 1544(c)) to order removal of U.S. forces from hostilities with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
- Exceptions allowed:
- Forces needed to defend the U.S. or its allies/partners from an imminent attack (immediate threat).
- President must fully comply with section 5(b) reporting requirements to Congress for any such defensive actions.
- Further restrictions: Withdrawal applies unless Congress passes a declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force (AUMF) targeting Iran.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- No direct changes to law, as this is a concurrent resolution (an agreement between the House and Senate without the force of binding law).
- Enforces existing War Powers Resolution mechanisms by directing presidential compliance, potentially triggering a constitutional process for resolving disputes over military engagements.
Potential Impacts
- Government agencies: Compels the Department of Defense and executive branch to end offensive operations against Iran, shifting focus to defensive postures; requires enhanced congressional reporting.
- Citizens: Reduces risk of U.S. military escalation with Iran, potentially lowering chances of broader conflict affecting national security or economy (e.g., oil prices).
- International relations: Signals congressional intent to de-escalate with Iran; may reassure allies (if defensive exceptions apply) but strain relations if perceived as weakening U.S. deterrence.
Main Stakeholders
- U.S. President and executive branch (must comply or face potential legal challenge).
- U.S. Congress (House and Senate must concur; sponsors include bipartisan members like Reps. Moulton, Crow, Ryan).
- U.S. Armed Forces (personnel in or near Iran operations).
- Iran (government and military).
- U.S. allies/partners (e.g., Israel, Gulf states) reliant on U.S. support against Iranian threats.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Tests enforceability of War Powers Resolution's section 5(c), which uses a concurrent resolution mechanism (previously upheld but rarely invoked; Supreme Court has not ruled definitively).
- Constitutional: Highlights separation of powers debate—Congress asserts authority over war declarations (Article I), versus President's role as Commander-in-Chief (Article II).
- Political: Bipartisan sponsorship (introduced April 28, 2026; referred to House Foreign Affairs Committee) suggests cross-party concern over unauthorized hostilities, but passage requires Senate concurrence and could spark veto or override fight.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (13)
Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6], Rep. Ryan, Patrick [D-NY-18], Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy [D-PA-6], Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19], Rep. Auchincloss, Jake [D-MA-4], Rep. Goodlander, Maggie [D-NH-2], Rep. Vindman, Eugene Simon [D-VA-7], Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3], Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36], Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4], Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24], Rep. Tran, Derek [D-CA-45], Rep. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2]
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-28: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 2026-04-28: Submitted in House
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 2026-04-28 — PDF (2 pages)