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Read. Follow. Verify.House Committee Hearing on the Iran Nuclear Agreement
Record date · January 1, 2015
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript from a 2015 House Committee on Foreign Affairs hearing regarding the implications of the nuclear agreement with Iran. The committee heard testimony from retired military officers and policy experts as Congress prepared to vote on the deal.
The hearing examined the potential impact of the Iran nuclear agreement, specifically regarding the release of approximately $100 billion in frozen assets and the subsequent influence on Iran's military and economic capabilities.
Who It Affects
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Iranian Government
The agreement provides for the release of frozen assets and reconnection to the global economy.
U.S. Congress
Members were tasked with reviewing the agreement and voting on its implementation.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on September 9, 2015, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- This was the 30th hearing or briefing held by the committee regarding the Iran nuclear negotiations.
- The agreement provides for approximately $100 billion in immediate sanctions relief to Iran.
- The agreement allows for the reconnection of Iran to the global economy.
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- Chairman Royce stated that the IRGC and Quds Forces own many major businesses in Iran, which may be impacted by the release of funds.
- The committee heard testimony from three retired military officers and one policy fellow.
- The hearing was held in preparation for a scheduled House vote on the agreement that same week.
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High Frequency of Oversight
The committee held 30 hearings or briefings on a single issue, indicating an unusually high level of legislative scrutiny for the Iran nuclear deal.
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