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HJRES176Referred to Committee

2026 Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iran

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-05-07
Introduced
0
Cosponsors
HJRES
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Type

Sponsor

Tom Barrett
Tom Barrett
Republican · MI · Representative

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

2026-05-07

Committee Activity

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  • Foreign Affairs CommitteeReferred To · 2026-05-07

Bill Summary

This proposal would give the President legal authority to use military force against Iran if he determines it necessary, without requiring a separate declaration of war from Congress. The authorization would apply to military operations related to Iran's government, military, or designated terrorist organizations. This type of measure allows the executive branch to conduct military actions while still involving Congress in the decision, though it gives the President significant flexibility in how and when to use that authority.

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