The House of Representatives passed a third round of Iran-related measures on April 17 following the regime’s attack on Israel. This round included four bills, starting with the Standing Against Houthi Aggression Act, introduced by Rep. Andrew Clyde (R-Ga.), which passed 285-135. It aimed to designate the Houthis as a terrorist group and required this designation within 90 days.
Another bill, the Iran Sanctions Relief Review Act introduced by Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas), passed 278-141. This bill allowed Congress to review Iran sanctions waived by the executive branch. The Iran Counterterrorism Act, introduced by Rep. Young Kim (R-Calif.), passed 271-147 and focused on modifying certain waiver authorities related to sanctions on Iran.
Lastly, a bill introduced by Rep. August Pfluger (R-Texas) passed 259-160 and aimed to revoke specific licenses and waivers surrounding Iran sanctions. The Biden administration has faced criticism for not enforcing or waiving sanctions related to Iran, including extending a waiver allowing Iraq to purchase electricity from Iran. Critics argued that this funding could support Iran’s malign activities.
Overall, the United States should work with Gulf states to reduce Iraq’s dependence on Iran, China, and Russia for electricity and economic support. Please rewrite this sentence.
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