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. 94
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: International Affairs
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2026-04-29: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Last Updated: 2026-06-08T19:26:53Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 94) directs the President to end U.S. military involvement in hostilities against Iran, invoking section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution (a 1973 law requiring the President to notify Congress of military actions and allowing Congress to order troop withdrawal).

Key Provisions

Termination of Hostilities (Section 1): Orders the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from active combat or occupation roles against Iran or its government/military, unless Congress approves via a formal declaration of war or specific authorization for military force.
Exceptions (Rule of Construction):
Allows self-defense of the U.S., its forces, diplomatic sites, or allies from imminent attacks.
Permits defensive troop presence in the region.
Does not require withdrawing forces not engaged in hostilities against Iran.
Intelligence Protection (Section 2): Does not interfere with U.S. intelligence collection, analysis, or sharing with partners, if deemed in national security interests.
No New Authority (Section 3): Explicitly does not authorize any use of military force, per the War Powers Resolution.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

No changes; it enforces the existing War Powers Resolution by directing compliance with its troop withdrawal mechanism. A concurrent resolution like this has no binding legal force but expresses Congress's intent.

Potential Impacts

Government Agencies: Limits Department of Defense operations against Iran; requires Presidential compliance or potential legal challenge.
Citizens: Reduces risk of U.S. military escalation with Iran, potentially lowering chances of broader conflict affecting U.S. personnel or economy (e.g., oil prices).
International Relations: Signals U.S. de-escalation toward Iran; may reassure allies of defensive posture while straining relations if perceived as weakness against Iranian threats.

Main Stakeholders Affected

U.S. President and Executive Branch: Must follow the directive or justify non-compliance.
U.S. Congress: Asserts oversight on military actions.
U.S. Armed Forces: Restricted from offensive operations against Iran.
Iran and Regional Actors: Faces reduced direct U.S. military pressure.
U.S. Allies (e.g., Israel, Gulf states): May impact joint defensive efforts.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Constitutional: Reinforces Congress's Article I war powers vs. President's Article II commander-in-chief role, potentially sparking court challenges over enforceability.
Legal: Relies on War Powers Resolution, which presidents have historically contested; passage could test its practical effect.
Political: Highlights partisan divides on Iran policy; referral to House Foreign Affairs Committee suggests debate on U.S. Middle East strategy.

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Sponsor

Rep. García, Jesús G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4]

Recent Actions

2026-04-29: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
2026-04-29: 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 2026-04-29 — PDF (3 pages)