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Resolution would force Iran troop withdrawal within 30 days without war vote

RejectedH.Con.Res. 75Latest action

Sponsor: Josh Gottheimer · Representative · NJ

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Official title: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran.

119th Congress

Topics: Security & foreign affairs

Introduced:

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The bill would require withdrawing U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran within 30 days unless Congress authorizes the fighting.

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What does this do?

This resolution responds to U.S. forces engaging in hostilities against Iran starting February 28, 2026. Using War Powers Resolution procedures, it would direct the president to withdraw those forces within 30 days unless Congress declares war or authorizes the action. It does not authorize any military action itself and includes exceptions for self-defense, defending diplomats or allies under imminent attack, non-combat regional troops, and intelligence activities.

Who does it affect?

U.S. forces currently engaged against Iran, the president, and Congress are directly affected; American diplomats and allies in the region are covered by exceptions.

Why does it matter?

The resolution asserts that only Congress can declare war and that no authorization exists for fighting Iran, testing the balance of war powers between the branches. As a , it does not require the president's signature and carries no force of law.

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Based on the “Introduced in House” text of Mar 4, 2026.

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No call to make

The House rejected it, 212–212, on May 14, 2026.

Where does it stand?

  1. IntroducedMar 4, 2026
  2. House committee
  3. House voteRejected here · May 14, 2026
  4. SenateNot reached
  5. Adopted by both chambersNot reached

Right now: the House voted on it and rejected it, 212–212.

Latest action: — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Data as of October 9, 2026

Recorded votes

Roll-call votes recorded since January 3, 2025.

  1. House · · Roll call 170

    As recorded

    Question
    On Agreeing to the Resolution
    Result:
    Failed
    212
    Nay
    212
    0
    6

    Republicans 3 yes, 210 no, 4 not voting · Democrats 209 yes, 1 no, 2 not voting · Independent 1 no

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    How members voted

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