Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

Sponsor: Seth Moulton (Democratic-MA)April 28, 2026

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Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Requires President to pull U.S. troops from hostilities with Iran

This bill would require the President to remove United States Armed Forces from ongoing hostilities with Iran. However, troops could remain if needed to defend the U.S. or an ally from an immediate attack. This changes the current situation where U.S. forces may be engaged without specific congressional approval.

What Would Change

Currently, United States Armed Forces may be engaged in hostilities against Iran without a specific approval from Congress. If this bill becomes law, Congress would direct the President to remove these forces. Exceptions would allow forces to remain for defense against an immediate attack, provided the President follows specific reporting rules to Congress.

Key Provisions

Requires the President to pull United States Armed Forces out of hostilities against Iran.
Allows U.S. troops to stay in hostilities if necessary to defend the United States or an ally from an immediate attack.
Requires the President to report to Congress if troops remain for defense against an immediate attack.
Ends the directive to remove forces if Congress formally declares war or approves military force against Iran.