SenateS.J.Res. 185June 24, 2026

On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 185

Title vs. Reality

✗ MISLEADING TITLE

What the title suggests

The bill aims to bring American troops home from a war or military conflict.

What it actually does

The bill is a specific directive limiting future military action against Iran unless there is a formal declaration of war or authorization for it.

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•The title does not specify Iran as the target, nor does it mention the condition.
•The title does not mention the distinction between hostilities and defensive actions.
•The title may be interpreted as simply bringing troops home from any war or conflict, rather than a specific, detailed directive regarding Iran.

What This 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.

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How Members Voted

Yea (47)

432

Angela AlsobrooksD · MD

Tammy BaldwinD · WI

Richard BlumenthalD · CT

Lisa Blunt RochesterD · DE

Cory BookerD · NJ

Maria CantwellD · WA

Susan CollinsR · ME

Christopher CoonsD · DE

Catherine Cortez MastoD · NV

Tammy DuckworthD · IL

On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 185

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What This Bill Does

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Yea (47)

Nay (50)

Not Voting / Present (3)

Title vs. Reality

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