Fight CRIME Act

Fight and Combat Rampant Iranian Missile Exports Act or the Fight CRIME Act

This bill imposes sanctions pertaining to Iran's missile program.

The President must impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on foreign persons (i.e., foreign individuals, entities, and states) that are knowingly involved with Iran or Iran-aligned entities in certain missile-related activities, such as (1) acquiring, possessing, developing, transporting, transferring, or deploying missiles or related items and technology that are covered by the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR), or (2) developing missile or drone technologies. (The MTCR is an informal political understanding among states that seek to limit missile proliferation.)

The President must also impose sanctions on (1) certain adult family members of those who are subject to the sanctions discussed above, and (2) foreign persons who knowingly provide significant support to or engage in a significant transaction with those subject to the sanctions discussed above.

The bill also requires the Department of State to report to Congress on various topics, including (1) a diplomatic strategy to renew international restrictions on certain missile-related activities set forth in Annex B of U.N. Security Council Resolution 2231, which concerns restrictions on arms transfers to and from Iran; (2) the identities of foreign persons engaging in restricted activity under Annex B; and (3) an analysis of the foreign and domestic supply chains that facilitate Iran's missile or drone programs.

The Fight CRIME Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3152, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of crime in the United States by providing funding for various crime prevention and law enforcement programs.

One key aspect of the Fight CRIME Act is the allocation of funds for community policing initiatives. These initiatives aim to build trust between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve, ultimately leading to a reduction in crime rates. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for funding programs that focus on preventing youth violence and gang activity.

Another important component of the Fight CRIME Act is the support for programs that assist victims of crime. This includes funding for victim support services, such as counseling and legal assistance, as well as resources for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Overall, the Fight CRIME Act seeks to address the complex issue of crime in the United States through a multi-faceted approach that includes community policing, crime prevention programs, and support for victims of crime. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help reduce crime rates and improve public safety, while opponents raise concerns about the cost and effectiveness of the proposed initiatives.