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SJRES7: A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in…

116th Congress (2019–2021) · Senate joint resolution · Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]

This page covers SJRES7 in the 116th Congress. Bill numbers start over every Congress, so SJRES7 in another Congress is a different bill. Other bills numbered SJRES7 are listed below.

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.


Key facts

Item Detail
Roll-call votes 2
Chamber Senate
Latest vote 2019-05-02: Veto Sustained (53-45, 2/3 majority required)
Latest action 2019-05-02: Failed of passage in Senate over veto by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 – 45. Record Vote Number: 94.
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 in or affecting Yemen within 30 days unless Congress authorizes a later withdrawal date, issues a declaration of war, or specifically authorizes the use of the Armed Forces. Prohibited activities include providing in-flight fueling for non-U. S. aircraft conducting missions as part of the conflict in Yemen. This joint resolution shall not affect any military operations directed at Al Qaeda. The President must submit to Congress, within 90 days, reports assessing the risks that would be posed (1) if the United States were to cease supporting operations with respect to the conflict in Yemen, and (2) if Saudi Arabia were to cease sharing Yemen-related intelligence with the United States.

Subjects: Conflicts and wars, Congressional oversight, Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad, Foreign aid and international relief, Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information, Israel, Middle East, Military assistance, sales, and agreements, Military operations and strategy, Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents


Roll-call votes on SJRES7 (116th 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
2019-05-02 Senate On Overriding the Veto S. J. Res. 7 Veto Sustained (53-45, 2/3 majority required) 41 29 1 Official tally
2019-03-13 Senate On the Joint Resolution S. J. Res. 7 Joint Resolution Passed (54-46) 42 29 0 Official tally

Other bills numbered SJRES7

SJRES7 in the 119th Congress (2025–2027): A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5…


Frequently asked

What is SJRES7 in the 116th Congress?

SJRES7 (A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.) was introduced in the 116th Congress (2019–2021) by Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT].

What is the latest action on SJRES7?

On 2019-05-02: Failed of passage in Senate over veto by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 – 45. Record Vote Number: 94.

How many roll-call votes were held on SJRES7?

2 recorded votes in the 116th Congress. The most recent, on 2019-05-02, was "On Overriding the Veto S.J.Res. 7": Veto Sustained (53-45, 2/3 majority required).

Is this the same bill as SJRES7 in other Congresses?

No. Bill numbers restart each Congress. SJRES7 was also used in the 119th Congress for different legislation.