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No Paydays for Hostage-Takers: New Rules for Iran

This act aims to strengthen actions against the hostage-taking and wrongful detention of U.S. nationals, particularly by Iran. It introduces new reporting requirements for Iranian funds and tightens visa rules for Iranian diplomats. The goal is to enhance the safety of American travelers and hinder the financing of hostile activities against the U.S.
Key points
Requires reporting on the use of $6 billion in Iranian funds to ensure they are used only for humanitarian purposes.
Strengthens sanctions against individuals responsible for hostage-taking or wrongful detention of U.S. nationals, with regular reviews and reports.
Restricts travel for Iranian diplomats to the U.S., especially those under sanctions, to protect national security.
Allows for the invalidation of U.S. passports for travel to Iran if deemed dangerous for citizens.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2619
Sponsor: Rep. Baumgartner, Michael [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2025-04-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Paydays for Hostage-Takers Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2619.

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 2025-04-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires reporting on the use of $6 billion in Iranian funds to ensure they are used only for humanitarian purposes.
  • Strengthens sanctions against individuals responsible for hostage-taking or wrongful detention of U.S. nationals, with regular reviews and reports.
  • Restricts travel for Iranian diplomats to the U.S., especially those under sanctions, to protect national security.
  • Allows for the invalidation of U.S. passports for travel to Iran if deemed dangerous for citizens.
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. Baumgartner, Michael [R-WA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 45 - 6.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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