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Introduced
03/03/2025
03/03/2025
In Committee
03/03/2025
03/03/2025
Crossed Over
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
AN ACT To repeal the sunset provision of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill seeks to strengthen U.S. sanctions against Iran by permanently removing the sunset provision (expiration date) from the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996. The bill highlights Congress's findings that Iran continues to engage in destabilizing activities, including acquiring weapons from Russia and supporting terrorist groups in the Middle East, which threaten U.S. allies like Israel. The legislation reaffirms the United States' policy to fully implement and enforce sanctions against Iran, specifically targeting the country's illicit weapons programs, conventional and ballistic missile development, and support for terrorism. By repealing the sunset provision in Section 13 of the original act, the bill ensures that sanctions can continue indefinitely, removing the previous time limitation on these punitive measures. The bill underscores the U.S. government's ongoing commitment to countering Iran's perceived threats through economic and diplomatic pressure.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (on 05/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1800/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr1800/BILLS-119hr1800eh.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr1800/BILLS-119hr1800ih.pdf |
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