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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).

3/12/2025, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 139

Bill 119 HRES 139, also known as the 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), is a piece of legislation that urges these three countries to take action against Iran. The resolution specifically references UN Security Council Resolution 2231, which was adopted in 2015 and endorsed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran nuclear deal.

The resolution calls for the E3 countries to trigger the "snapback" mechanism outlined in Resolution 2231, which allows for the re-imposition of sanctions on Iran if it is found to be in violation of its nuclear commitments. The snapback mechanism was put in place as a safeguard to ensure Iran's compliance with the terms of the JCPOA.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of holding Iran accountable for its actions and ensuring that it does not develop nuclear weapons. It also highlights the need for international cooperation in addressing Iran's nuclear program and maintaining peace and stability in the region. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 139 is a call to action for the E3 countries to take a firm stance against Iran and uphold the terms of the JCPOA. It underscores the importance of international agreements and the need for diplomatic efforts to address global security threats.

Congressional Summary of HRES 139

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.

Current Status of Bill HRES 139

Bill HRES 139 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since February 14, 2025. Bill HRES 139 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2025.  Bill HRES 139's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 139

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
9
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
7
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 139

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 139

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).
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).

Comments

Chandler Jackson profile image

Chandler Jackson

467

9 months ago

This bill is a joke. It's about time someone did something about it. The big picture is that we need to stand up to Iran's bad behavior.

Hunter MacDonald profile image

Hunter MacDonald

455

9 months ago

This bill is bad idea. It hurt economy and make things worse. I not happy.