To impose sanctions with respect to persons engaged in the import of petroleum from the Islamic Republic of Iran, and for other purposes.
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ReportedReported by Mr. Cardin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Cardin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Cardin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Cardin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Cardin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Cardin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Cardin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Cardin, with an amendment
Mr. Rubio (for himself, Ms. Hassan, Ms. Rosen, Mr. Hoeven, …
Mr. Rubio (for himself, Ms. Hassan, Ms. Rosen, Mr. Hoeven, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Establishes sanctions against foreign persons who knowingly import petroleum from Iran or provide material support to Iranian petroleum exports, including vessels, ports, and financing.
Who Benefits and How
US national security interests benefit from reduced Iranian oil revenues. Domestic oil producers may benefit from reduced Iranian competition. Countries complying with sanctions gain favor with US policy.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Foreign persons importing Iranian petroleum face sanctions including visa denials and asset blocking. Vessel operators, port facilities, and financial institutions facilitating Iranian oil trade face penalties. Countries dependent on Iranian oil face economic disruption.
Key Provisions
- Sanctions on foreign persons knowingly importing Iranian petroleum
- Includes vessels, ports, and material support providers
- Family members of sanctioned individuals may be affected
- Visa and asset blocking provisions
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Imposes sanctions on persons engaged in importing or facilitating import of Iranian petroleum
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Deny Iran oil revenues by sanctioning foreign facilitators"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
Has the meaning given the term "material support or resources" in section 2339A of title 18, United States Code
An individual or entity that is not a United States person
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