Bills · HJRES 156
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Joint Res.HJRES 156International Affairs
Directing the President, pursuant to the War Powers Resolution, to comply with the 60-day use of force and 30-day phased withdrawal requirements regarding the use of the United States Armed Forces in Operation Epic Fury in Iran.
This resolution requires the President to stop the unauthorized military campaign in Iran and bring troops home within a specific timeframe, following the rules that limit the President's power to fight wars without Congressional approval.AI-written
INTRO APR 16· LAST ACTION APR 16
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AI-writtenOrders the President to end military strikes in Iran and withdraw U.S. troops within 90 days unless Congress officially declares war, asserting legislative control over the escalating 'Operation Epic Fury.'
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it deals with the most important power the U.S. government has: the power to go to war. Currently, there is a long-standing tension between the President (who commands the military) and Congress (which is supposed to decide when the country goes to war). This bill is Congress trying to take that power back and prevent a 'forever war' that was never officially authorized.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to a swift end to U.S. involvement in the Iranian conflict, potentially saving American lives but also leaving a power vacuum in the region. If it doesn't pass, the President can continue the operation indefinitely, which might lead to further escalation, more casualties, and continued global economic instability due to the closure of critical trade routes.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the termination of military force within 60 days of the start of Operation Epic Fury.
It enforces the legal time limit the President has to use the military without a formal declaration of war.
PROVISION 02
Excludes days spent in cease-fire negotiations from the 60-day limit.
This gives the President extra time to pursue a peaceful diplomatic solution without being forced to withdraw immediately while at the table.
PROVISION 03
Mandates a phased withdrawal of troops to be completed within 30 days after the termination of force.
It ensures that the military doesn't just stop fighting but actually leaves the country, unless a specific exception is met.
PROVISION 04
Provides exceptions for preventing nuclear weapon procurement and defending against imminent attacks.
It allows the President to maintain a limited presence for high-stakes national security threats even if the general war effort must end.
PROVISION 05
Protects existing intelligence sharing and collection activities.
It ensures that even if troops leave, the U.S. doesn't lose its ability to monitor threats or help allies with information.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 16
Introduced in House
APR 16
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Joint Resolution
NumberHJRES 156
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 16, 2026
Last actionApr 16, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 16, 2026
House Joint Res.HJRES 156International Affairs
Directing the President, pursuant to the War Powers Resolution, to comply with the 60-day use of force and 30-day phased withdrawal requirements regarding the use of the United States Armed Forces in Operation Epic Fury in Iran.
This resolution requires the President to stop the unauthorized military campaign in Iran and bring troops home within a specific timeframe, following the rules that limit the President's power to fight wars without Congressional approval.AI-written
INTRODUCED APR 16, 2026· LAST ACTION APR 16, 2026
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