Bill · S.Res. 145· Senate(119-SRES-145)

A resolution protecting the Iranian political refugees, including female former political prisoners, in Ashraf-3 in Albania.

Age: 66 years

North Carolina

Introduced: 3/27/2025
Last activity: 3/27/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1912-1913)
Sponsored by: Thomas Tillis
Cosponsors: - 6 - 12

International Affairs

Introduced
In Committee

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate regarding the protection of Iranian political refugees residing in Ashraf-3, Albania. The text highlights the Iranian regime's history of terrorism, violence against protesters, and threats against dissidents living abroad. It notes that many refugees in Ashraf-3 are former political prisoners and witnesses to human rights violations. The resolution calls for the protection of these individuals' fundamental rights of expression and assembly. Additionally, it urges the United States government to assist the Albanian government in upholding international refugee and human rights standards. Finally, it expresses opposition to the Iranian regime's use of INTERPOL Red Notices to target dissidents.

Yes· 3 of 9

Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+8
The resolution specifically calls for the protection of the refugees' fundamental rights of freedom of expression and assembly.
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+8
The resolution advocates for the fundamental right to freedom of expression for refugees.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+7
The resolution emphasizes the protection of women refugees and advocates for a future Iranian government that ensures gender equality.