To require reports on and impose sanctions with respect to Iran's development of space-launch vehicles, intercontinental ballistic missiles, and unmanned aerial systems, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · November 15, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
This bill establishes sanctions and reporting requirements targeting Iran's ballistic missile, space launch, and unmanned drone programs. The legislation requires the President to impose sanctions within 90 days on Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force and its senior leadership, and mandates detailed reports to Congress on Iran's weapons development capabilities, foreign supporters, and the U.S. ability to defend against Iranian intercontinental ballistic missiles. The bill expands existing sanctions laws to explicitly cover unmanned aerial systems and cruise missiles, and requires the State and Defense Departments to develop a comprehensive strategy within 180 days to counter Iranian drone production and prevent Iran from obtaining American components for its weapons programs. The legislation also calls for diplomatic coordination with U.S. allies to impose comparable sanctions and share intelligence on Iranian weapons proliferation, particularly regarding Iran's supply of drones to Russia and terrorist groups. There is no specific funding authorization included in the bill itself; implementation relies on existing agency authorities and resources.
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