A resolution affirming the threats to world stability from a nuclear weapons-capable Islamic Republic of Iran.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 43

119th Congress

A resolution affirming the threats to world stability from a nuclear weapons-capable Islamic Republic of Iran.

In Committee

Introduced:Jan 29, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Lindsey Graham

R - SC

Cosponsors

2

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This resolution declares that Iran pursuing nuclear weapons is a credible threat to the United States and an existential threat to Israel and Middle East allies. It demands Iran stop enriching uranium and developing nuclear warheads, asserting all options should be considered to address the threat.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S485-486)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution declares that Iran pursuing nuclear weapons is a credible threat to the United States and an existential threat to Israel and Middle East allies. It demands Iran stop enriching uranium and developing nuclear warheads, asserting all options should be considered to address the threat.

Last updated: 1/6/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution affirms that Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons is a credible threat to the United States and an existential threat to Israel and other allies and partners in the Middle East. </p><p>The resolution also (1) demands that Iran cease engaging in activities such as enriching uranium and developing a nuclear warhead, and (2) asserts that all options should be considered to address the nuclear threat posed by Iran.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Affirms Iran nuclear program threatens U.S. security
Declares existential threat to Israel and Middle East allies
Demands Iran cease uranium enrichment
Calls for halt to nuclear warhead development
Asserts all options should be considered

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate on Iran policy. It has no legal effect but signals congressional views on the seriousness of the Iran nuclear threat and support for considering all options to address it.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

43, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution affirming the threats to world stability from a nuclear weapons-capable Islamic Republic of Iran.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-43