Bill · H.Res. 105· House(119-HRES-105)
Affirming the threats to world stability from a nuclear weapons-capable Islamic Republic of Iran.
- Introduced
- 2/4/2025
- Last activity
- 2/4/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Jared Moskowitz
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This bill is a resolution from the House of Representatives that focuses on the nuclear weapons-capable Islamic Republic of Iran. It lists numerous statements, attacks, and reports regarding Iran's uranium enrichment and hostility toward the United States, Israel, and other allies. The text points out that Iran has amassed enough nuclear material for several nuclear weapons and has not cooperated with the International Atomic Energy Agency. The resolution officially affirms that Iran pursuing a nuclear weapons capability is a threat to the United States and an existential threat to Israel and other partners. It asserts that all options should be considered to address this nuclear threat and demands that Iran stop its threatening activities. Finally, the bill explicitly states that nothing in the resolution authorizes the use of military force or putting United States Armed Forces into hostilities.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The resolution affirms a commitment to protecting Israel and other regional allies against nuclear threats.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+1
The resolution highlights threats to U.S. troops, aiming to address national security risks that impact service members.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+1
The resolution addresses the specific security threats that have resulted in the death and injury of United States servicemembers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Demanding an End to Threats: The bill demands that the Islamic Republic of Iran immediately stop engaging in activities that threaten the national security of the United States, Israel, and allies, specifically mentioning uranium enrichment and the development of nuclear warheads and delivery vehicles (Resolved, paragraph (3)). This is considered positive because it clearly states Congress's stance against actions that put American lives and global stability at risk.
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Protecting American Troops and Allies: By formally declaring Iran's nuclear pursuit a credible threat to the United States and an existential threat to Israel and other partners (Resolved, paragraph (1)), the resolution highlights the ongoing dangers posed by Iranian-backed attacks on U.S. servicemembers and allies in the region. This brings official congressional focus to the safety of our military personnel and partners.
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Explicitly Blocking Military Force: The bill features a rule of construction stating that nothing in the resolution may be construed to authorize the use of military force or the introduction of United States Armed Forces into hostilities (Section 1). This provision is a positive safeguard for the people because it ensures that this specific resolution cannot be used by officials to start a war or send troops into combat without further authorization.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Direct Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, direct burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people living in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+1
- 6/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/21/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/4/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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