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S.J.Res. 98

Passed Senate

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

Introduced 12/3/2025•119th Congress•Senate

Latest Action

Point of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under 50 U.S.C. 1546(a) raised against the measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 9.

1/14/2026 • Senate

Summary

This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted. The joint resolution specifies that it shall not be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from an armed attack or threat of an imminent armed attack.

Introduced in Senate • 12/3/2025

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Topics & Subjects

Congressional oversightCongressional-executive branch relationsLatin AmericaMilitary operations and strategyVenezuelaWar and emergency powers

Amendments (8)

This bill has 8 amendments proposed or adopted.

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Related Federal Spending

Sponsor & Cosponsors (31)

Party Breakdown

29
Democrats
1
Republicans
1
Independents

Sponsor

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Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

Democrat • VA

Sponsored 12/3/2025

Cosponsors (30)

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Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]

R-KY

Joined 12/3/2025

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Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]

D-CA

Joined 12/3/2025

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Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

D-AZ

Joined 1/5/2026

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Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]

D-OR

Joined 1/5/2026

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Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]

D-HI

Joined 1/6/2026

Bill Journey

Originated in the Senate

Introduced

December 3, 2025

Committee Review

January 8, 2026

Floor Debate

January 14, 2026

Passed Chamber

January 14, 2026

Point of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under 50 U.S.C. 1546(a) raised against the measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 9.

Other Chamber

President

Enacted into Law

Text Versions (2)

Placed on Calendar Senate1/8/2026
Introduced in Senate12/3/2025

Details

Bill TypeSJRES
Current StatusPassed Senate
Cosponsors30