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This concurrent resolution addresses the involvement of U.S. armed forces in hostilities against the Houthi movement in Yemen. It asserts that under the U.S. Constitution, only Congress has the authority to declare war or authorize military action. The bill highlights that recent U.S. military activities—such as airstrikes, intelligence sharing, aerial refueling, and deployment of troops in support of Saudi-led operations against the Houthis—have not been authorized by Congress. According to the War Powers Resolution, the President can only deploy forces into hostilities with Congressional approval, a declaration of war, or in response to an attack on the U.S. or its forces. Since none of these conditions have been met regarding Yemen, the bill directs the President to remove U.S. forces from such hostilities unless Congress explicitly authorizes continued involvement. The practical effect would be to limit U.S. military participation in the Yemen conflict, potentially reducing U.S. exposure to combat risks and involvement in a complex foreign conflict. However, it may also affect U.S. relations with Saudi Arabia and other regional partners engaged in the conflict.