H. Con. Res. 93 · Passed House · International Affairs

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 (D-MA)

What it does

• Direct the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran unless Congress declares war or authorizes military force against Iran.
• Exempt defensive operations needed to protect the United States, allies, or partners from imminent attack from the removal requirement, provided the President complies with War Powers Resolution notification rules.
• Enforce the 60-day limit under the War Powers Resolution, requiring the President to notify Congress of any armed involvement and withdraw forces unless Congress approves continuation.

Official summary

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 .)

Latest action

Sep 16, 2026: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Committee: Senate Foreign Relations