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Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act of 2024

5/24/2024, 1:43 PM

Summary of Bill S 1829

Bill 118 s 1829, also known as the Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of preventing the harboring of Iranian petroleum in the United States. The bill seeks to impose strict sanctions on any individual or entity found to be aiding in the importation or storage of Iranian petroleum products.

The bill highlights the importance of cutting off financial support to the Iranian government, which has been accused of supporting terrorism and violating human rights. By prohibiting the importation and storage of Iranian petroleum, the bill aims to weaken the Iranian regime and prevent it from further destabilizing the region.

If passed, the Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act of 2024 would require the President to impose sanctions on any person or entity found to be in violation of the provisions outlined in the bill. These sanctions could include freezing assets, restricting access to US financial institutions, and prohibiting transactions with US citizens. Overall, the bill represents a bipartisan effort to hold Iran accountable for its actions and prevent the country from benefiting financially from the sale of petroleum products. It is seen as a crucial step in promoting peace and stability in the Middle East and protecting US national security interests.

Current Status of Bill S 1829

Bill S 1829 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill S 1829 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 6, 2023.  Bill S 1829's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 370. as of May 7, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1829

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
76
Democrat Cosponsors
22
Republican Cosponsors
54
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1829

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Foreign property
- Government information and archives
- Iran
- Marine and inland water transportation
- Middle East
- Navigation, waterways, harbors
- Oil and gas
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Sanctions
- Visas and passports

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1829

Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act of 2024
Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act of 2023
Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act of 2024
Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act of 2023
A bill to impose sanctions with respect to persons engaged in the import of petroleum from the Islamic Republic of Iran, and for other purposes.
A bill to impose sanctions with respect to persons engaged in the import of petroleum from the Islamic Republic of Iran, and for other purposes.

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