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SJRES185: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities…

119th Congress (2025–2027) · Senate joint resolution · Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

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


Key facts

Item Detail
Roll-call votes 2
Chamber Senate
Latest vote 2026-06-24: Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-50)
Latest action 2026-06-24: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 – 50. Record Vote Number: 192. (CR S3194)
Policy area International Affairs
Official record Congress.gov

What the bill does

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U. S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending against an attack on the United States or its personnel or facilities in other nations.

Subjects: Conflicts and wars, Congressional oversight, Congressional-executive branch relations, Iran, Middle East


Roll-call votes on SJRES185 (119th Congress)

Every recorded vote on this bill, newest first, with a link to the official tally. Member-by-member positions are on each member’s profile.

Date Chamber Question Result Yea Nay Not voting Record
2026-06-24 Senate On the Motion to Proceed S. J. Res. 185 Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-50) 46 49 3 Official tally
2026-05-19 Senate On the Motion to Discharge S. J. Res. 185 Motion to Discharge Agreed to (50-47) 49 46 3 Official tally

Frequently asked

What is SJRES185 in the 119th Congress?

SJRES185 (A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.) was introduced in the 119th Congress (2025–2027) by Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA].

What is the latest action on SJRES185?

On 2026-06-24: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 – 50. Record Vote Number: 192. (CR S3194)

How many roll-call votes were held on SJRES185?

2 recorded votes in the 119th Congress. The most recent, on 2026-06-24, was "On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 185": Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-50).