S.J.Res. 54 — 115th Congress

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

Originated in the Senate · Introduced Feb 28, 2018 · International Affairs

Latest action

Dec 19, 2018

Held at the desk.

CRS summary

As of Dec 13, 2018

Passed Senate amended

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in or affecting Yemen within 30 days unless Congress authorizes a later withdrawal date, issues a declaration of war, or specifically authorizes the use of the Armed Forces. Prohibited activites include providing in-flight fueling for non-U.S. aircraft conducting missions as part of the conflict in Yemen. This joint resolution shall not affect any military operations directed at Al Qaeda.

The President must submit to Congress, within 90 days, reports assessing the risks that would be posed: (1) if the United States were to cease supporting operations with respect to the conflict in Yemen, and (2) if Saudi Arabia were to cease sharing Yemen-related intelligence with the United States.

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Roll-call votes

8 on record
DateChamberQuestionMember pagesResult
Dec 13, 2018SenateOn the Joint ResolutionJoint Resolution Passed (56–41)
Dec 13, 2018SenateOn the AmendmentAmendment Rejected (45–54)
Dec 13, 2018SenateOn the AmendmentAmendment Agreed to (99–0)
Dec 13, 2018SenateOn the AmendmentAmendment Agreed to (58–41)
Dec 12, 2018SenateOn the Point of OrderPoint of Order Well Taken (96–3)
Dec 12, 2018SenateOn the Motion to ProceedMotion to Proceed Agreed to (60–39)
Nov 28, 2018SenateOn the Motion to DischargeMotion to Discharge Agreed to (63–37)
Mar 20, 2018SenateOn the Motion to TableMotion to Table Agreed to (55–44)

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