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Restoring Maximum Pressure on Iranian Terrorists Act

12/29/2022, 9:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7063

Bill 117 hr 7063, also known as the Restoring Maximum Pressure on Iranian Terrorists Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase pressure on Iranian individuals and entities that are involved in terrorist activities.

The bill includes provisions that aim to strengthen sanctions against Iran, particularly targeting those who support terrorism or are involved in the development of weapons of mass destruction. It also calls for increased coordination with international partners to ensure that these sanctions are effective and have a significant impact on Iran's ability to fund terrorist activities.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to hold Iranian officials accountable for their actions, including human rights abuses and support for terrorist organizations. It also calls for increased support for the Iranian people, who are often the victims of the regime's oppressive policies. Overall, the Restoring Maximum Pressure on Iranian Terrorists Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to increase pressure on Iran and hold the regime accountable for its support of terrorism. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to protect US national security interests, while opponents raise concerns about the potential impact on diplomatic relations with Iran.

Congressional Summary of HR 7063

Restoring Maximum Pressure on Iranian Terrorists Act

This bill provides statutory authority for provisions of an executive order issued June 24, 2019, that imposed sanctions relating to Iran, including sanctions on the Supreme Leader of Iran.

Current Status of Bill HR 7063

Bill HR 7063 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2022. Bill HR 7063 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2022.  Bill HR 7063's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and the Judiciary, 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 11, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7063

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7063

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7063

Restoring Maximum Pressure on Iranian Terrorists Act
Restoring Maximum Pressure on Iranian Terrorists Act
To codify Executive Order 13876, and for other purposes.

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