Bill · H.Res. 993· House(119-HRES-993)

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

Age: 34 years

Arizona

Introduced: 1/13/2026
Last activity: 1/13/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsored by: Yassamin Ansari
Cosponsors: - 71 - 32

International Affairs

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 resolution recognizes and expresses support for the Iranian people who are protesting for a free and democratic Iran. It highlights that the people of Iran have endured brutal repression under the Islamic Republic for nearly five decades. The text points out that the regime has responded to ongoing protests by killing protesters, arresting thousands, and restricting internet access and telephone lines. It notes that the protests are partly in response to the regime's economic mismanagement, corruption, internal suppression, and unjust executions. Finally, the resolution outlines specific actions for the House of Representatives, such as condemning the regime's brutality and urging the expansion of unrestricted internet access.

Yes· 3 of 8

Does this get reliable internet to more people?+7
The resolution urges the immediate expansion of unrestricted internet access and civilian lines of communication across Iran.
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+7
The resolution advocates for the fundamental human rights of free expression and open information.
Would women be better off under this?+6
The resolution specifically recognizes the struggle for rights and dignity by Iranian women.