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proceduralApr 22, 2026 · Senate roll call · procedural · Result: Motion to Discharge Rejected

On the Motion to Discharge — Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 114

This was a procedural vote — a decision about process (such as ending debate or handling a motion), not a direct vote on a bill, amendment, or nominee.

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

In plain language

- This Senate joint resolution from the 119th Congress is titled A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. - The official summary says 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. - Subject tags include International Affairs. - Roll-call votes recorded on this measure: on April 22, 2026, the Senate vote on a motion to discharge was PROCEDURAL and Motion to Discharge Rejected.

Official summary (Congressional Research Service)

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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Roll-call breakdown

Yea46

Democrat: 43 · Independent: 2 · Republican: 1

Nay51

Democrat: 1 · Republican: 50

Present0

Not Voting3

Democrat: 1 · Republican: 2

How each member voted (100)

Yea (46)

Nay (51)

Not Voting (3)

Party labels reflect each member’s most recent affiliation on record.