OPENING THE RECORD
OPENING THE RECORD
H.CON.RES. 40 · 119TH CONGRESS
This is a concurrent resolution. These resolutions do not become laws. They express a chamber’s position or govern congressional business; they do not require the president’s signature.
CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or a congressional authorization for use of military force against Iran.
Elements of the U.S. Armed Forces needed to defend the United States, an ally, or a partner from imminent attack are not covered by this requirement provided the President complies with a specified provision of the War Powers Resolution. (The provision generally requires the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities no more than 60 days after the President notifies or is required to notify Congress of such involvement, unless Congress authorizes such use. For more information on the War Powers Resolution, see CRS In Focus 13134.)
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