Solidify Iran Sanctions Act of 2025

3/19/2025, 3:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1800

Bill 119 hr 1800, also known as the Iran Sanctions Act Repeal Act, aims to repeal the sunset provision of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996. The Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 was originally enacted to impose sanctions on Iran in response to its nuclear program and support for terrorism.

The sunset provision of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 stipulated that the sanctions imposed by the act would expire after a certain period of time. However, supporters of Bill 119 hr 1800 argue that Iran's behavior has not changed significantly since the enactment of the original sanctions, and therefore, it is necessary to repeal the sunset provision to ensure that the sanctions remain in place.

In addition to repealing the sunset provision, Bill 119 hr 1800 also includes provisions for other purposes related to Iran sanctions. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary, but may include measures to strengthen existing sanctions, impose new sanctions, or modify the implementation of sanctions. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1800 is a significant piece of legislation that seeks to maintain pressure on Iran through the continuation of sanctions. Supporters believe that this is necessary to address Iran's nuclear program and support for terrorism, while opponents may argue that the sanctions are ineffective or counterproductive.

Current Status of Bill HR 1800

Bill HR 1800 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 3, 2025. Bill HR 1800 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 3, 2025.  Bill HR 1800's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, Ways and Means, the Judiciary, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of March 3, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1800

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1800

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1800

To repeal the sunset provision of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, and for other purposes.To repeal the sunset provision of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, and for other purposes.
Start holding our government accountable!

Comments