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Senate seeks approval rule for Cuba military action

Floor activityS.J.Res. 124Latest action

Sponsor: Tim Kaine · Senator · VA

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Official title: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Republic of Cuba that have not been authorized by Congress.

119th Congress

Topics: Security & foreign affairs

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This resolution would require Congress to approve any U.S. military action involving Cuba before the president can order it.

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What does this do?

This resolution would require the president to remove U.S. military forces from any fighting involving Cuba unless Congress has formally declared war or passed a law approving the action. It covers the U.S. Coast Guard and specifically includes naval blockades or quarantines of Cuba as actions that would need congressional approval. Self-defense in response to an attack or imminent threat, and legal anti-drug operations, would still be allowed.

Who does it affect?

This resolution primarily affects the president's authority to use military force and the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Coast Guard. It would apply to any ongoing or future U.S. military operations related to Cuba.

Why does it matter?

If this resolution passes, the president would need to get approval from Congress before taking most military actions involving Cuba. Without that approval, U.S. forces involved in such hostilities would have to be withdrawn.

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  1. IntroducedMar 12, 2026
  2. Senate committee
  3. Senate voteYou are here · Apr 28, 2026
  4. House
  5. The president's desk

Right now: it’s moving on the floor. The official record doesn’t yet say which chamber acts next. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.

Latest action: — The motion to discharge fell when the point of order was well taken.

Data as of October 9, 2026

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  1. Senate · · Roll call 108

    As recorded

    Question
    On the S.J.Res. 124
    Result:
    Point of Order Well Taken
    51
    Nay
    47
    0
    2

    Republicans 50 yes, 2 no, 1 not voting · Democrats 1 yes, 43 no, 1 not voting · Independents 2 no

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