Bills · HR 2614
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2614International Affairs
Maximum Support Act
INTRO APR 2· LAST ACTION APR 2
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it represents a direct effort by the United States to intervene in Iran's digital landscape, aiming to empower its citizens with greater freedom of information and communication. If it becomes law, it could provide practical tools and support to individuals in Iran who are currently restricted from accessing a free and open internet, potentially strengthening their ability to organize, report on events, and communicate without fear of government surveillance.
Without this bill, the U.S. would continue its existing policies, which might include some support for internet freedom but without the specific, coordinated strategy, task force, and dedicated funding stream (from confiscated assets) outlined here. The bill's emphasis on specific technologies like VPNs and satellite internet, along with the plan to use confiscated Iranian assets, shows a significant shift in how the U.S. intends to support democratic movements and human rights in Iran, potentially impacting the daily lives of many Iranians and the dynamics of U.S.-Iran relations.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes an interagency task force led by the Secretaries of State and Treasury and the CEO of the U.S. Agency for Global Media.
This creates a dedicated, coordinated effort across multiple U.S. government bodies to address internet freedom and censorship in Iran.
PROVISION 02
Requires the task force to develop and implement a strategy to support internet freedom, including creating a dedicated VPN service and using enhanced satellite communications (direct-to-cell, eSIMs).
These provisions aim to provide specific technical solutions to bypass government censorship and provide secure internet access to individuals in Iran.
PROVISION 03
Mandates the U.S. President to confiscate funds belonging to the Government of Iran and its agents that are subject to U.S. jurisdiction.
This provision diverts Iranian state assets held in the U.S. to support the bill's objectives, rather than relying solely on new U.S. appropriations.
PROVISION 04
Directs the use of confiscated Iranian assets to support a transition to a democratic government, provide humanitarian assistance, and document human rights violations in Iran.
This specifies how the seized funds will be utilized, directly linking them to supporting human rights and democratic change within Iran.
PROVISION 05
Requires a detailed vetting plan for technology companies and individuals contracted to ensure no affiliation with the Iranian regime.
This aims to prevent the Iranian government from exploiting or compromising efforts to expand internet freedom for its citizens.
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R· South Carolina
YRS IN OFFICE
24
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 2
Introduced in House
APR 2
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2614
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 2, 2025
Last actionApr 2, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · INTELLIGENCE (PERMANENT SELECT) COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 2, 2025
House BillHR 2614International Affairs
Maximum Support Act
INTRODUCED APR 2, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 2, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
17 min
COSPONSORS
3
COMPLEXITY
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