A resolution calling on the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (E3) to initiate the snapback of sanctions on Iran under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015).

3/4/2025, 11:56 AM

The resolution urges the E3 (the United Kingdom, France, and Germany) to invoke the snapback of United Nations (UN) sanctions against Iran under UN Security Council Resolution 2231 before the option expires on October 18, 2025. 

This resolution also (1) recognizes that Iran's possession of a nuclear weapon would threaten U.S. and global security, (2) condemns Iran's repeated violations of certain international commitments related to nuclear weapons, and (3) reaffirms that the United States maintains the right to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Bill 119 S.Res. 81 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling on the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (also known as the E3) to take action to reinstate sanctions on Iran under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 from 2015. The resolution urges the E3 countries to initiate the "snapback" mechanism, which allows for the re-imposition of sanctions if Iran is found to be in violation of its commitments under the nuclear deal.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of holding Iran accountable for its actions and ensuring that it complies with its obligations under the nuclear deal. It also highlights the need for the international community to address Iran's destabilizing activities in the region, including its support for terrorist groups and its ballistic missile program.

The resolution does not advocate for military action against Iran, but rather for diplomatic and economic measures to pressure the country to adhere to its commitments. It underscores the importance of maintaining a united front with US allies in addressing the Iranian threat. Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 81 is a non-partisan call for the E3 countries to take action to enforce sanctions on Iran and uphold the terms of the nuclear deal. It reflects a commitment to addressing Iran's behavior through diplomatic means and international cooperation.
Congress
119

Number
SRES - 81

Introduced on
2025-02-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/13/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

The resolution urges the E3 (the United Kingdom, France, and Germany) to invoke the snapback of United Nations (UN) sanctions against Iran under UN Security Council Resolution 2231 before the option expires on October 18, 2025. 

This resolution also (1) recognizes that Iran's possession of a nuclear weapon would threaten U.S. and global security, (2) condemns Iran's repeated violations of certain international commitments related to nuclear weapons, and (3) reaffirms that the United States maintains the right to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Bill 119 S.Res. 81 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling on the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (also known as the E3) to take action to reinstate sanctions on Iran under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 from 2015. The resolution urges the E3 countries to initiate the "snapback" mechanism, which allows for the re-imposition of sanctions if Iran is found to be in violation of its commitments under the nuclear deal.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of holding Iran accountable for its actions and ensuring that it complies with its obligations under the nuclear deal. It also highlights the need for the international community to address Iran's destabilizing activities in the region, including its support for terrorist groups and its ballistic missile program.

The resolution does not advocate for military action against Iran, but rather for diplomatic and economic measures to pressure the country to adhere to its commitments. It underscores the importance of maintaining a united front with US allies in addressing the Iranian threat. Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 81 is a non-partisan call for the E3 countries to take action to enforce sanctions on Iran and uphold the terms of the nuclear deal. It reflects a commitment to addressing Iran's behavior through diplomatic means and international cooperation.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution calling on the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (E3) to initiate the snapback of sanctions on Iran under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015).

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary3/18/2025

The resolution urges the E3 (the United Kingdom, France, and Germany) to invoke the snapback of United Nations (UN) sanctions against Iran under UN Security Council Resolution 2231 before the option expires on October 18, 2025. 

This re...


Latest Action2/13/2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S982)