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S.J.Res. 181

Senate

S.J.Res. 181

Vote recorded

A recorded vote has been taken on this bill.

In brief

This joint resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran. The mandate applies to any military actions not explicitly authorized by a congressional declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force. It includes an exception allowing the military to defend against attacks on the United States or its personnel and facilities abroad. Introduced by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), the resolution remains in the Senate after a failed motion to bring it to the floor for a vote.

Votes recorded

Tallies as reported by the House Clerk and the Senate. Individual member votes are available on the linked source page.

  • Rejected 49-50Senate · July 30, 2025Roll call
  • Failed 49-50Senate · July 30, 2026Roll call

Timeline

Every recorded action, oldest first.

  1. July 30, 2025 · Senate

    Vote recorded

    The Senate rejected a motion to discharge the joint resolution by a roll-call vote of 49-50.

    Rejected 49-50

    Next: Motion rejected.

    Source
  2. July 30, 2026 · Senate

    Vote recorded

    The Senate rejected a motion to discharge the joint resolution by a vote of 49-50.

    Failed 49-50

    Next: Remains in committee following the failed motion to discharge.

    Source