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Sanctions on Iran for Human Rights Abuses and Terrorism Support

This act imposes sanctions on Iran's Supreme Leader, President, and associated entities. Its goal is to hold them accountable for human rights abuses and supporting terrorism, potentially affecting regional stability and international relations, though the direct impact on US citizens' daily lives is indirect.
Key points
Imposition of financial and visa sanctions on key Iranian officials and institutions.
Requirement for the U.S. President to regularly report on sanctioned individuals and justify any waivers.
Emphasis on U.S. support for the Iranian people's demand for fundamental human rights.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-09-12
For 410
Against 3
Abstain 0
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Status:
Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_589
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2023-01-27
Voting date: 2023-09-12
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 384
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MAHSA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_589.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Imposition of financial and visa sanctions on key Iranian officials and institutions.
  • Requirement for the U.S. President to regularly report on sanctioned individuals and justify any waivers.
  • Emphasis on U.S. support for the Iranian people's demand for fundamental human rights.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Security Courts and Law Economy