SJRES 7
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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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28 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
May 2, 2019
Failed of passage in Senate over veto by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 45. Record Vote Number: 94.
May 2, 2019
Failed of passage in Senate over veto: Failed of passage in Senate over veto by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 45. Record Vote Number: 94.
May 2, 2019
Veto Message considered in Senate.
Apr 29, 2019
Veto message received in Senate. Ordered held at the desk.
Apr 16, 2019
Vetoed by President.
Apr 16, 2019
Presented to President.
Apr 4, 2019
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Apr 4, 2019
On passage Passed by recorded vote: 247 - 175, 1 Present (Roll no. 153). (text: CR H3075-3076)
Apr 4, 2019
On motion to commit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 194 - 228, 1 Present (Roll no. 152).
Apr 4, 2019
The previous question on the motion to commit with instructions was ordered without objection.
Apr 4, 2019
DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McCaul motion to commit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report to the House an amendment adding a new paragraph after section 1 pertaining to the national security interest of the United States to condemn and oppose the Global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions Movement targeting Israel, including efforts to target United States companies that are engaged in commercial activities that are legal under United States law.
Apr 4, 2019
Mr. McCaul moved to commit with instructions to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. (text: CR H3081)
Apr 4, 2019
Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule 19, the House resumed consideration of S.J.Res. 7. (consideration: CR H3081-3083)
Apr 4, 2019
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on S.J. Res 7, the Chair postponed proceedings pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule 19.
Apr 4, 2019
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Apr 4, 2019
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on S.J. Res. 7.
Apr 4, 2019
Rule provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 7 and H. Res. 271. Rule provides for the previous question to be considered as ordered without intervening motions for both measures except for one hour of debate; one motion to recommit S.J. Res. 7 is allowed. It shall be in order at any time on the legislative day of April 4, 2019 for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.
Apr 4, 2019
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 274. (consideration: CR H3075-3080)
Apr 1, 2019
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 274 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 7 and H. Res. 271. Rule provides for the previous question to be considered as ordered without intervening motions for both measures except for one hour of debate; one motion to recommit S.J. Res. 7 is allowed. It shall be in order at any time on the legislative day of April 4, 2019 for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.
Mar 18, 2019
Held at the desk.
Mar 18, 2019
Received in the House.
Mar 14, 2019
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Mar 13, 2019
Passed Senate with amendments by Yea-Nay Vote. 54 - 46. Record Vote Number: 48. (text: CR S1835-1836)
Mar 13, 2019
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments by Yea-Nay Vote. 54 - 46. Record Vote Number: 48.(text: CR S1835-1836)
Mar 13, 2019
Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S1829-1836)
Mar 13, 2019
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Jan 30, 2019
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Jan 30, 2019
Introduced in Senate
Votes taken on this bill
2
| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2019 | House · vote #153 | On Passage | Passed | 247–175 | See who voted → |
| Apr 4, 2019 | House · vote #152 | On Motion to Commit with Instructions | Failed | 194–228 | See who voted → |
Amendments to this bill
7
Amendments propose changes to this bill. Members vote on amendments separately before the final bill vote. An agreed amendment becomes part of the bill; a failed amendment does not.
3 agreed to 4 pending / other
| Amendment | Sponsor | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SAMDT 195 | — | Agreed to |
| SAMDT 194 | — | Agreed to |
| SAMDT 193 | Paul, Rand | Agreed to |
| SAMDT 199 | Van Hollen, Chris | Pending |
| SAMDT 198 | Van Hollen, Chris | Pending |
| SAMDT 197 | Van Hollen, Chris | Pending |
| SAMDT 196 | Merkley, Jeff | Pending |
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Plain-English summary
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 activities 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.
What's happening now
Failed of passage in Senate over veto by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 45. Record Vote Number: 94.
Related & companion bills
4
Bill text
3 versions
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- Introduced in Senate Formatted Text PDF Formatted XML
Committees of jurisdiction
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U.S. Congress. (2026). S.J. Res. 7: 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.. 116th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/116-SJRES-7/
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