Washington, D.C. — Congressman Ryan Mackenzie, representing the Greater Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District, achieved the passage of his first piece of legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives today. The Solidify Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 removes the sunset clause from the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, sending a clear message to Tehran and ensuring that the United States can continue to restrict Iran’s ability to finance terrorism and regional aggression.
“As the current administration conducts negotiations with Iran and seeks to apply “maximum pressure,” the United States must send a clear and unwavering message: we will not tolerate Iran’s support for terrorism, its pursuit of nuclear weapons, or its attacks to American service members and allies,” said Congressman Mackenzie. “With this vote, Congress will strengthen America’s national security standing. The administration’s negotiating position demonstrates that the U.S. remains committed to holding the Iranian regime accountable for its malign behavior.”
Iran continues to manufacture weapons, support terrorist proxies, and carry out attacks that threaten Americans and destabilize the region. Recent Iranian-backed strikes on U.S. troops — including the drone strike in January of 2024 that killed three American soldiers in Jordan and Houthi assaults on U.S. Navy ships in the Gulf of Aden — have underscored the urgent need for continued pressure.
By preventing the expiration of the original sanctions law, the Solidify Iran Sanctions Act ensures that these critical national security tools remain in place for future administrations.
“I’m proud that my first bill to pass the House strengthens our national security and supports our servicemembers,” said Congressman Mackenzie. “This is about keeping America safe, protecting our troops, and cutting off the financial lifelines of Iran’s terrorist network.”
The bill now heads to the U.S. Senate for consideration.
Bill Text Is Available Here.
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Lexie Manning
