Bill · S.Res. 43· Senate(119-SRES-43)
A resolution affirming the threats to world stability from a nuclear weapons-capable Islamic Republic of Iran.
- Introduced
- 1/29/2025
- Last activity
- 1/29/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S485-486)
- Sponsored by
- Lindsey Graham
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- 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 Senate resolution affirms that the Islamic Republic of Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons capabilities poses a credible threat to the United States. It further characterizes this pursuit as an existential threat to Israel and its regional allies and partners. The resolution asserts that all options should be considered to address this nuclear threat. Additionally, it demands that Iran immediately cease all activities that threaten the national security of the United States and its allies. These activities include uranium enrichment and the development of nuclear warheads or delivery vehicles. Finally, the resolution clarifies that it does not authorize the use of military force or the introduction of U.S. troops into hostilities.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+2
The resolution affirms a commitment to protecting the security interests of Israel and other regional allies and partners.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+1
The resolution seeks to address threats that have previously caused the death and injury of United States servicemembers.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+1
The resolution highlights and seeks to address threats that have historically resulted in the loss of American military lives.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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National Security Protection: The resolution affirms that the pursuit of nuclear weapons by Iran is a credible threat to the United States, aiming to address this through the consideration of all options (Section 1).
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Protection of Allies: The resolution identifies the threat as existential to Israel and other partners in the Middle East, seeking to protect these groups through its demands (Section 1).
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Cessation of Threatening Activities: The resolution demands that Iran stop activities that threaten national security interests, such as enriching uranium and developing nuclear warheads or delivery vehicles (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Risk of Conflict: The resolution asserts that "all options should be considered" to address the nuclear threat, which could involve various actions to address the situation (Section 2).
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+2Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+1
- 1/29/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S485-486)
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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