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Making Iran Sanctions Permanent: Removing the Expiration Date.

This bill aims to permanently keep in place the economic sanctions imposed on Iran under the 1996 Iran Sanctions Act, which were previously set to expire. This action solidifies the US policy of pressure against Iran regarding its weapons programs and support for terrorism. While not directly affecting citizens' daily finances, the law is intended to enhance national security and protect US allies in the Middle East.
Key points
The sanctions targeting Iran's weapons programs, missile development, and support for terrorism are made indefinite.
The 'sunset' provision, which would have automatically ended the 1996 sanctions, is repealed.
The goal is to strengthen US policy aimed at curbing Iran's destabilizing activities, including funneling weapons to terrorist proxies.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1390
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Process start date: 2023-05-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Solidify Iran Sanctions Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1390.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The sanctions targeting Iran's weapons programs, missile development, and support for terrorism are made indefinite.
  • The 'sunset' provision, which would have automatically ended the 1996 sanctions, is repealed.
  • The goal is to strengthen US policy aimed at curbing Iran's destabilizing activities, including funneling weapons to terrorist proxies.
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. Scott, Tim [R-SC].

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 2025-12-30.

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 Economy