What does Preamble of HR 7380 do?

This bill addresses improvements related to coordinating efforts to promote internet freedom and access to information in Iran. The bill is referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 4, 2026.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7380 do?

This Act has a short title. The short title is the Internet Reach and Access Now Act. The Act is also known as the IRAN Act.

What does FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. of HR 7380 do?

Congress finds that Iran's government has disrupted internet connectivity Iranian people face barriers to using circumvention tools Congress seeks to enhance internet resilience in Iran US policy should promote secure communications tools Sanctions should not hinder access to secure tools

What does IMPROVED COORDINATION OF EFFORTS TO PROMOTE INTERNET FREEDOM IN of HR 7380 do?

This section designates the Secretary of State as the primary federal official for promoting internet freedom in Iran and coordinating related efforts. It amends section 414 of the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012 to include new requirements. These new requirements include evaluating VPN and satellite technology use, ensuring sanctions don't impede internet access tools for Iranian civilians, and assessing the regime's ability to cut off internet access. The Secretary of State must review and update the strategy on an ongoing basis, in consultation with other agencies. Within 120 days of the Act's enactment, the Secretary of State must submit an updated strategy to congressional committees, which should be unclassified but may include a classified annex.

What does SATELLITE AND DIRECT-TO-CELL (DTC) COVERAGE SAFEGUARDS. of HR 7380 do?

The FCC must require licensees to refrain from disabling satellite or DTC coverage over Iran Exceptions are allowed for Federal law, FCC orders, or international agreements to prevent interference Licensees can temporarily disable coverage to mitigate security threats The Secretary of State must oppose geographic exclusion of Iran from satellite or DTC coverage A report must be submitted to Congress describing actions taken and instances of coverage exclusion

What does CYBERSECURITY CAPACITY FOR CIVIL SOCIETY IN IRAN. of HR 7380 do?

This section establishes programs to enhance cybersecurity capacity for civil society actors in Iran. The Secretary of State, through the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, is responsible for implementing these programs. Programs will include cybersecurity training for journalists, human-rights defenders, and civil-society actors. Provision of vetted digital-safety tools, such as VPNs and encrypted messaging apps, is mandated. Educational materials will warn Iranian users about regime-controlled applications and phishing campaigns. The Secretary of State must track and report quarterly metrics on program activities. An independent evaluation of the programs' effectiveness is required within three years of the Act's enactment. This section does not supersede existing authority related to internet freedom programming in Iran.

What does AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. of HR 7380 do?

Section 6 authorizes appropriations for the Secretary of State Authorized amount is $15,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2027 and 2028 Funds are for carrying out sections 5 and 6 of the Act Programs expanding access to secure VPN services for individuals in Iran are included

What does RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. of HR 7380 do?

This section establishes a rule of construction for the Act. The Act does not limit the President's authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The Act does not authorize transactions prohibited by U.S. sanctions or export-control laws. The Act does not require U.S. persons to provide goods, services, or technology in violation of such laws.

What does DEFINITIONS. of HR 7380 do?

This section defines terms used in the Act Defines 'appropriate congressional committees' for House and Senate Defines 'eSIM technology' as embedded subscriber-identity-module technology Defines 'VPN services' as encrypted internet connections These definitions apply to the entire Act

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IRAN Act — HR. 7380

Last updated: 2/4/2026 · Introduced: 2/4/2026

Author: Eric Swalwell (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill designates the Secretary of State as the primary federal official for promoting internet freedom in Iran and coordinating related efforts.
It establishes programs to enhance cybersecurity capacity for civil society actors in Iran, including cybersecurity training and provision of vetted digital-safety tools.
The bill authorizes $15,000,000 in appropriations for each of fiscal years 2027 and 2028 to carry out programs expanding access to secure VPN services for individuals in Iran.

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