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HRES 993ReferredFederalhouse

Recognizing and expressing support for the Iranian people protesting for a free and democratic Iran.

Introduced January 13, 2026Last action January 13, 2026
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Plain English Summary

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Plain-English Summary

This is a resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives that expresses the official support and solidarity of Congress with the people of Iran who have been taking to the streets to protest against their government. Rather than creating new laws or spending money, this type of resolution is essentially a formal statement — a way for Congress to go on record expressing its views about events happening in another country.

The resolution specifically recognizes the protests that have taken place in Iran, where many citizens have demonstrated in favor of greater freedoms and democratic governance. By passing such a resolution, Congress would be formally acknowledging the efforts of Iranian protesters and voicing American support for their goals of living in a free and democratic society.

This bill primarily affects U.S. foreign policy messaging rather than American domestic life. It does not create any new programs, allocate funding, or impose legal requirements on anyone. Instead, it serves as a diplomatic signal — communicating to the Iranian government, the Iranian people, and the broader international community where the U.S. Congress stands on the issue of political freedom in Iran.

The resolution has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, which handles legislation related to international relations and U.S. foreign policy. The committee will decide whether to advance it for a full vote in the House.

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Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

January 13, 2026

Sponsor

R
Rep. Ansari, Yassamin [D-AZ-3]DAZ

Committees

Foreign Affairs

Legislative History

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Jan 13, 2026

Submitted in House

Jan 13, 2026

Submitted in House

Jan 13, 2026