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Solidify Iran Sanctions Act of 2025
5/8/2025, 4:38 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 The Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 was originally enacted to impose sanctions on Iran in response to its nuclear program and support for terrorism.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.
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.
Congressional Summary of HR 1800
Solidify Iran Sanctions Act of 2025
This bill eliminates a sunset clause in the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, thereby making the act permanent.
The Iran Sanctions Act requires the President, with some exceptions, to impose sanctions on certain individuals or entities engaged in specified transactions related to Iran's energy sector or Iran's efforts to acquire or develop certain weapons (such as chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons).
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Current Status of Bill HR 1800
Bill HR 1800 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since May 6, 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 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of May 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1800
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1800
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate 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.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1800
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