SJRES-98 : Still Just a Bill


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.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2026-01-08CalendarsPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 298.Senate
2026-01-08VoteSenate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 47. Record Vote Number: 5, by motion, pursuant to 50 U.S.C. 1546a.Senate
2026-01-08DischargeMotion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations made. (consideration: CR S100)Senate
2025-12-03IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.Senate
2025-12-03IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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