S.J. Res. 124 · On the floor · International Affairs

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Republic of Cuba that have not been authorized by Congress.

Sponsor: Tim Kaine (D-VA)

What it does

• Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Cuba absent a congressional declaration of war or authorization for use of military force.
• Exempts from the removal requirement self-defense against armed attack, defense against imminent armed attack, and lawful counternarcotics operations.

Official summary

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Cuba 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 itself from an armed attack, the threat of an imminent armed attack, or the lawful execution of counternarcotics operations.

Latest action

Apr 28, 2026: The motion to discharge fell when the point of order was well taken.

Committee: Senate Foreign Relations