SJRES-90 : Still Just a Bill

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This is a joint resolution (S.J. Res. 90) introduced in the Senate on October 16, 2025, concerning the use of United States Armed Forces in Venezuela.

• Purpose: The resolution seeks to direct the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela if such actions have not been explicitly authorized by Congress through a declaration of war or a specific authorization for the use of military force.
• Findings: The resolution states Congress's belief that the U.S. Constitution grants it the sole power to declare war and that no such declaration or specific authorization exists for military actions in Venezuela. It suggests that current U.S. military activities in the region constitute hostilities or situations where imminent involvement in hostilities is indicated.
• Key Provisions:
  • It invokes Section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1984 and 1985, to expedite the consideration of the resolution.
  • It directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless explicitly authorized by Congress.
  • It clarifies that the resolution does not prevent the United States from defending itself against an armed attack or imminent threat.

In essence, this joint resolution is an attempt by Congress to reassert its constitutional authority over military actions and to ensure that any U.S. military involvement in Venezuela is subject to congressional approval.

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