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

# Summary of HJRES 126 **What the Bill Would Do** This joint resolution would require the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from military operations that Congress has not formally authorized. Essentially, it asserts that military hostilities require explicit congressional approval before continuing. If passed, the President would need to withdraw troops from unauthorized conflicts within a specified timeframe or face legal consequences. **Who It Affects** The bill would impact the President's ability to conduct military operations, the Department of Defense, and any active U.S. military personnel engaged in hostilities without congressional approval.

It could also affect U.S. foreign policy and military commitments in regions where forces are deployed under executive authority rather than congressional authorization. **Current Status** As of now, HJRES 126 is in committee (the early legislative stage) and has not advanced further. The bill was introduced by Representative Jason Crow (D-CO) in the 119th Congress. For it to become law, it would need to pass both the House and Senate and be signed by the President—a significant hurdle given typical executive branch preferences for operational flexibility in military matters.