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Support for Iran Protesters: Condemning Violence and Sanctions

This resolution from the U.S. Congress condemns the brutal actions of the Iranian authorities against protesters, calls for accountability for those responsible, and supports efforts for internet freedom in Iran. It encourages the U.S. administration to impose additional sanctions on individuals responsible for the repression.
Key points
The U.S. Congress commends the bravery of protesters in Iran who risk their safety to speak out against human rights abuses.
The brutal beating and death of Mahsa Amini and the violence against demonstrators, including children, are condemned.
Programs facilitating internet access in Iran, bypassing government censorship, are supported.
The U.S. administration is encouraged to impose additional sanctions on those responsible for repression and develop a strategy to prevent the use of facial recognition technology for mass surveillance.
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Print number: 117_HCONRES_110
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Process start date: 2022-09-29