Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

HCONRES88, a concurrent resolution, was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 22, 2026, by Rep. Huffman [D-CA-2] and subsequently referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or specific authorization for use of military force. This is an early-stage bill with a long legislative path ahead. The bill does not authorize or appropriate any specific funding. Its primary mechanism is to set policy regarding military engagement, which could influence future defense spending allocations related to operations in the region. The bill explicitly states that it does not prevent the U.S. from defending itself or its allies, maintaining a defensive troop presence, or conducting intelligence activities, which limits its immediate impact on existing defense operations and contracts. Structural winners and losers are not directly created by this bill in its current form, as it primarily addresses policy rather than procurement or funding. However, if such a resolution were to advance and become law, it could reduce the scope of potential future military operations in Iran, which might lead to a decrease in demand for certain defense services or equipment related to offensive actions. Conversely, the provisions allowing for defensive operations and intelligence sharing ensure a baseline level of activity for defense contractors involved in those areas. The recent Presidential Determination on Air Force jet fighter training operations in Idaho, Oregon, and Nevada, issued on April 20, 2026, reduces regulatory burdens for defense contractors like $LMT, $BA, $GD, $RTX, and $NOC, potentially improving their operational efficiency for a one-year period. This executive action is distinct from HCONRES88 but indicates ongoing support for defense sector operations in other areas. As of April 26, 2026, the bill remains in the committee referral stage. For it to advance, it would need to be considered and passed by the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, then by the full House, and subsequently by the Senate. The presence of an identical companion bill, HCONRES87, suggests coordinated legislative effort, but passage remains uncertain given its early stage.