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.
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Dec 19, 2018Held at the desk.
CRS summary
As of Dec 13, 2018Passed 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| Date | Chamber | Question | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2018 | Senate | On the Joint Resolution | Joint Resolution Passed (56–41) |
| Dec 13, 2018 | Senate | On the Amendment | Amendment Rejected (45–54) |
| Dec 13, 2018 | Senate | On the Amendment | Amendment Agreed to (99–0) |
| Dec 13, 2018 | Senate | On the Amendment | Amendment Agreed to (58–41) |
| Dec 12, 2018 | Senate | On the Point of Order | Point of Order Well Taken (96–3) |
| Dec 12, 2018 | Senate | On the Motion to Proceed | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (60–39) |
| Nov 28, 2018 | Senate | On the Motion to Discharge | Motion to Discharge Agreed to (63–37) |
| Mar 20, 2018 | Senate | On the Motion to Table | Motion to Table Agreed to (55–44) |
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