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Act on Sanctions Against Iran for Harassment of Dissidents

This act aims to protect individuals who peacefully defend human rights from actions by the Government of Iran. It imposes financial and visa sanctions on those responsible for harassment, such as kidnappings or torture, of both Iranian and U.S. citizens. The goal is to hinder Iran's ability to conduct such activities and enhance the safety of dissidents.
Key points
The U.S. government will identify and impose sanctions on individuals responsible for harassing dissidents on behalf of the Government of Iran.
Sanctions include blocking property in the U.S. and denying entry to the United States for individuals covered by the act.
The act requires regular reporting on the state of human rights in Iran and the Iranian government's actions against dissidents.
Sanctions may also be imposed on foreign financial institutions that conduct significant transactions with sanctioned individuals.
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Print number: 117_S_3347
Sponsor: Sen. Toomey, Patrick [R-PA]
Process start date: 2021-12-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Masih Alinejad HUNT Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3347.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. government will identify and impose sanctions on individuals responsible for harassing dissidents on behalf of the Government of Iran.
  • Sanctions include blocking property in the U.S. and denying entry to the United States for individuals covered by the act.
  • The act requires regular reporting on the state of human rights in Iran and the Iranian government's actions against dissidents.
  • Sanctions may also be imposed on foreign financial institutions that conduct significant transactions with sanctioned individuals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Toomey, Patrick [R-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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