What does Preamble of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This bill aims to require an interagency strategy focused on freeing Iraq from Iran. The bill is formally titled 'To require an interagency strategy to free Iraq from Iran, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This Act is formally titled the ``Free Iraq from Iran Act''.

What does STATEMENT OF POLICY. of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This section establishes a policy of the United States to support the people of Iraq. The policy aims to assist Iraq in liberating itself from the influence of Iran and associated militias. The United States intends to support democracy, rule of law, and human rights within Iraq.

What does INTERAGENCY STRATEGY TO FREE IRAQ FROM IRAN. of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This section mandates the development and submission of an interagency strategy to Congress within 180 days of the Act's enactment. The strategy, led by the Secretary of State in conjunction with the Secretary of the Treasury and the CEO of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, aims to support efforts by the Iraqi people to counter Iran's influence in Iraq. Key elements of the strategy include irreversibly dismantling Iran-backed militias, ending Iran's dominance of Iraq's political system, and ceasing U.S. security assistance to Iraq unless specific conditions related to militia dismantling and cessation of support for terrorism are met. The strategy requires efforts to support Iraqi civil society, including intelligence gathering to monitor Iranian actions, providing support to Iraqi civil society actors, and countering disinformation campaigns. The U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is directed to expand broadcasting efforts, utilize social media, and support independent Iraqi journalists to expose Iranian activities and counter propaganda. The strategy must include a plan for coordination between relevant agencies, such as the Department of State, the Department of the Treasury, the Intelligence Community, and USAGM. The strategy is to be submitted in unclassified form. An implementation plan for the strategy must be submitted to Congress within 60 days of the strategy's development.

What does DESIGNATION OF THE IRAN'S PUPPET MILITIAS IN IRAQ AS TERRORIST of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This section mandates the Secretary of State to designate specific groups as foreign terrorist organizations. The designation must occur within 90 days of the Act's enactment. The listed groups include Abu Fadl al-Abbas Brigades, Badr Corps, Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba, and The Popular Mobilization Forces (Al-Hashd al-Sha'bi), among others. The designation also extends to any foreign entity acting as an agent, affiliate, or under the control of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

What does FUNDING LIMITATION OF IRANIAN BACKED PUPPET MILITIAS IN IRAQ. of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This section establishes a funding limitation for Iranian-backed militias in Iraq. Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of State and the Department of Defense, are prohibited from obligating or expending Federal funds. This prohibition applies to direct or indirect support of militias or organizations described in subsection (4)(a) of this Act, as well as individuals who are members of those groups.

What does PROHIBITION OF SECURITY ASSISTANCE TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This section prohibits federal departments and agencies from obligating or expending federal funds to the Federal Government of Iraq. The prohibition can be waived if the President certifies that Iraq is no longer supporting Iranian-backed militias or is taking significant steps to remove them from its security forces, and that the waiver is in the national security interest of the United States. The Department of Defense must annually review Iraq's support to Iranian-backed militias. The Department of Defense must also annually review the prohibition to ensure that restricted funds do not compromise the national security interests of the United States or Iraq.

What does SANCTIONS ON AGENTS AND FACILITATORS OF IRANIAN BACKED PUPPET of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This section requires the Secretary of Treasury to issue a report within 180 days of the Act's enactment detailing Iran's influence in Iraq. The report must identify Iranian-backed entities and individuals in Iraq, including political figures, judiciary members, militias, financiers, and facilitators. Specific individuals and entities to be included in the report are listed, such as former Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki and Al-Rafidain Bank. The Secretary of Treasury is directed to impose sanctions under Executive Order 13438 on individuals and entities identified in the report. The report must be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex if necessary.

What does PROHIBITION ON THE IMPORTATION OF LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS BY THE of Free Iraq from Iran Act do?

This section prohibits the Government of Iraq and Iraqi private entities from importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Iran or Iranian private entities. The Secretary of Treasury is responsible for imposing these sanctions. This prohibition overrides any other provision of law.

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Free Iraq from Iran Act

Last updated: 4/3/2025 · Introduced: 4/3/2025

Author: Joe Wilson (R-SC)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill requires the development of a comprehensive interagency strategy to counter Iranian influence in Iraq, focusing on dismantling Iran-backed militias and supporting Iraqi civil society.
The Act mandates the designation of several Iran-backed militias and related entities in Iraq as foreign terrorist organizations, subjecting them to sanctions.
Federal funding to Iraq's government and Iranian-backed militias is restricted, with waivers possible only if Iraq demonstrably eliminates support for these groups and aligns with U.S. national security interests.

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