What does Preamble of HR 1422 do?

This bill imposes sanctions on persons involved in logistical transactions related to Iranian oil, gas, and petrochemical products The bill targets sanctions evasion related to these products The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives and referred to committees for consideration

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 1422 do?

This bill is formally titled the Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025.

What does STATEMENT OF POLICY. of HR 1422 do?

The U.S. policy aims to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons capability The policy protects against Iran's aggression through missiles and drone programs The U.S. will counter Iran's regional and global terrorism Sanctions will be enforced against those supporting Iran's energy sector The goal is to deny Iran financial resources for terrorism, WMD development, and destabilizing efforts

What does DEFINITIONS. of HR 1422 do?

This section defines terms used throughout the Act. The terms 'admitted' and 'alien' are defined according to section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. “Appropriate congressional committees” are specified as certain committees in the Senate and House of Representatives. A 'foreign person' is defined as anyone who is not a 'United States person,' including foreign governments. “Knowingly” means having actual knowledge or should have known. The definitions of 'property' and 'interest in property' are based on section 576.312 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations. A 'United States person' includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, entities organized under U.S. laws, and any person in the United States.

What does IMPOSITION OF SANCTIONS WITH RESPECT TO PERSONS ENGAGED IN of HR 1422 do?

The President shall impose sanctions on foreign persons engaged in transactions involving oil, gas, and petrochemical products from Iran. Sanctions include blocking of property and inadmissibility to the United States. Exceptions are made for importation of goods, international obligations, law enforcement activities, humanitarian assistance, and safety of vessels and crew. The President may waive sanctions on a case-by-case basis for up to 180 days. Violations of sanctions are subject to penalties under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

What does INTERAGENCY WORKING GROUP ON IRANIAN SANCTIONS. of HR 1422 do?

This section establishes the Interagency Working Group on Iranian Sanctions. The Secretary of State must establish the Working Group within 180 days of the Act's enactment. The Working Group will consist of representatives from the Department of State, the Department of the Treasury, and the Department of Justice, as well as other federal departments or agencies as determined by the Secretary of State. The President will designate a Chair for the Working Group. The Working Group is tasked with establishing a multilateral contact group with like-minded nations to coordinate international efforts to enforce sanctions against Iran. The multilateral contact group will share information on sanctions frameworks, designated entities, evasion practices, and coordinate measures to curb Iranian activities, including uranium enrichment, missile production, and support for terrorism.

What does PRIVATE SECTOR REPORTING ON PERSONS ENGAGED IN SANCTIONABLE of HR 1422 do?

This section amends Section 36(b) of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 It adds a new paragraph (15) to the section The new paragraph relates to the identification of persons engaged in sanctionable activities or sanctions evasion

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Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 — HR. 1422

To impose sanctions with respect to persons engaged in significant transactions related or incidental to the processing, refining, export, transfer or sale of oil, condensates, or other petroleum or petrochemical products in whole or in part from the Islamic Republic of Iran

Last updated: 3/16/2026 · Introduced: 2/18/2025

Author: Michael Lawler (R-NY)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill imposes sanctions, including property blocking and inadmissibility to the United States, on foreign persons involved in transactions related to Iranian oil, gas, and petrochemical products.
The bill establishes an Interagency Working Group on Iranian Sanctions to coordinate international efforts to enforce sanctions and share information with like-minded nations.
The bill requires the State Department to identify persons engaged in sanctionable activities or sanctions evasion related to Iran.

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