HCONRES 68 · Failed in House · 01-22-26
To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
What does the HCONRES 68 do?
HCONRES 68 is a House concurrent resolution sponsored by Rep. James P. McGovern (D-MA). This is a concurrent resolution invoking the War Powers Resolution to direct the President to pull U.S. Armed Forces out of Venezuela unless Congress has explicitly authorized their use through a declaration of war or a specific authorization for military force. It expresses the will of both chambers and does not change any law. Directs the President, under section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Venezuela absent congressional authorization.
Did HCONRES 68 pass? Where it stands
As of July 17, 2026, HCONRES 68 has failed in the House.
Status: Failed in House
Latest vote: House Failed 215–215 on January 22, 2026
Outlook: Dead
Key provisions
- War Powers Directive on Venezuela
- Invokes section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution
- Directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Venezuela
- Exception only if authorized by a declaration of war or specific military-force authorization
Last updated June 10, 2026