A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 525

119th Congress

A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

In Committee

Introduced:Dec 3, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Ron Wyden

D - OR

Cosponsors

22

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This Senate resolution condemns Iran's persecution of the Baha'i minority, documenting decades of systematic oppression including executions, imprisonment, and denial of education and employment. UN Special Rapporteur found Iranian actions showed "arguably genocidal intent." Resolution calls for releasing prisoners and imposing sanctions.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S8485-8486)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This Senate resolution condemns Iran's persecution of the Baha'i minority, documenting decades of systematic oppression including executions, imprisonment, and denial of education and employment. UN Special Rapporteur found Iranian actions showed "arguably genocidal intent." Resolution calls for releasing prisoners and imposing sanctions.

Last updated: 12/27/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Since 1979, 200+ Baha'i leaders killed, 10,000+ dismissed from jobs
UN Special Rapporteur found "arguably genocidal intent" in persecution
Ministry order requires universities to exclude or expel Baha'is
1,000+ Baha'is imprisoned, in custody, or awaiting trial
June 18, 2025 marks 42nd anniversary of execution of 10 Baha'i women
Bipartisan resolution with 22 cosponsors

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Affects Iranian Baha'i community facing systemic persecution, international human rights monitoring, U.S. sanctions policy toward Iran, and diplomatic efforts on religious freedom. Part of ongoing Congressional effort spanning 24 resolutions since 1982.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

525, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sres-525