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S.J.Res. 98119th CongressPassed one chamberLatest action Jan 14, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
Official title: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
Introduced:
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Congress would require the President to pull U.S. troops out of any unauthorized military hostilities involving Venezuela.
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This resolution would order the President to stop using U.S. military forces in any combat or hostile operations in or against Venezuela. That order would not apply if the U.S. needed to defend itself against an actual or immediate armed attack. Congress says no declaration of war or authorization for such action currently exists.
This resolution primarily affects the President's authority as commander-in-chief. It also affects any U.S. military personnel who might be involved in operations related to Venezuela.
If passed, any ongoing U.S. military hostilities in or against Venezuela would have to stop unless Congress formally approves them. This shifts decision-making power over military action from the President to Congress.
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Right now: it passed the Senate, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Point of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under 50 U.S.C. 1546(a) raised against the measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 9.