Michael McCaul's Reaction to the Approval of the 'Mahsa Law' by the House Foreign Affairs Committee

Following the approval of the 'Mahsa Law' by the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee, Michael McCaul, the committee's chairman, stated: 'The Iranian regime is accused of brutally violating human rights against the people of this country, and Congress is committed to holding this regime accountable for these crimes.' He added: 'The Mahsa Law, which I am proud to support, mandates the U.S. government to sanction senior officials of the regime, including the Supreme Leader and the President, and their close institutions for their roles in human rights violations and terrorism.' The chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee said: 'The American people stand with the brave people of Iran who continue to risk their lives for change and reform.' The voting session for the 'Mahsa Law,' introduced by several American lawmakers following the crackdown on nationwide protests in Iran after the killing of Mahsa Amini, was held on Wednesday, April 25, in the House Foreign Affairs Committee and was overwhelmingly approved. According to the 'Mahsa Law,' the President of the United States must determine within 90 days of its approval, and then annually, whether individuals or entities meet the criteria for sanctions, and if they do not, provide necessary explanations. The overwhelming positive vote from the House Foreign Affairs Committee on the Mahsa bill highlights the ongoing support for the Iranian people's struggle for rights and freedoms.