A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

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Summary of Bill SRES 525

The bill "A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights" (S.Res. 525) was introduced in the 119th Congress on December 3, 2025. This resolution aims to condemn Iran's persecution of the Baha'i minority and its ongoing violations of international human rights agreements. It specifically focuses on the need to address and stop the mistreatment and discrimination faced by the Baha'i community in Iran. For further details and the full text of the resolution, refer to the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/sres525/BILLS-119sres525is.pdf.

Congressional Summary of SRES 525

This resolution condemns Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i religious minority and Iran's continued violation of international human rights treaties. The resolution calls on Iran to (1) immediately release Baha'is and others imprisoned or detained solely on account of religion, (2) end its state-sponsored campaign of hate propaganda against the Baha'is, and (3) reverse certain policies that discriminate against Baha'is and other religious minorities. The resolution also urges the President and the Department of State to impose sanctions on Iranian officials and others who are responsible for serious human rights abuses, including abuses against Iran's Baha'i community.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 525

Bill SRES 525 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 3, 2025. Bill SRES 525 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on December 3, 2025. Bill SRES 525's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S8485-8486) as of December 3, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 525

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 525

A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.