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Maximum Pressure Act: Toughening Iran Sanctions and Compensating Terror Victims

This bill imposes strict economic sanctions on Iran to halt its nuclear program and support for terrorism, aiming to improve national and international security. It also repurposes frozen Iranian assets to compensate U.S. victims of state-sponsored terrorism and establishes support for Iranian labor strikes.
Key points
Imposes mandatory sanctions on Iran's leadership, key economic sectors, and arms dealers.
Redirects frozen Iranian funds to pay compensation to U.S. victims of terrorism.
Requires Congressional approval before the President can lift sanctions or issue waivers.
Creates a fund to financially support labor strikes and civil society within Iran.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2570
Sponsor: Rep. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3]
Process start date: 2025-04-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Maximum Pressure Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2570.

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 2025-04-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Imposes mandatory sanctions on Iran's leadership, key economic sectors, and arms dealers.
  • Redirects frozen Iranian funds to pay compensation to U.S. victims of terrorism.
  • Requires Congressional approval before the President can lift sanctions or issue waivers.
  • Creates a fund to financially support labor strikes and civil society within Iran.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-18.

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Security Economy