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HR10832119th Congress
In Committee

Improvements to Promote Internet Freedom and Access to Information in Iran

internet freedomhuman rightsIranforeign policy+1 more
Congress.gov·Updated daily·Introduced Oct 15, 2026·Last action Oct 15, 2026·Report a correction
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The bill proposes amendments to the existing Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012, focusing on strengthening the coordination of U.S. government activities that promote internet freedom and access to information within Iran. This includes efforts to counteract censorship, surveillance, and restrictions imposed by the Iranian government on its citizens' ability to freely access and share information online. By improving coordination, the bill seeks to make U.S. initiatives more effective and efficient in supporting Iranian civil society, human rights activists, and independent media. The bill underscores the importance of internet freedom as a tool for promoting human rights and democratic values in Iran. If enacted, it could lead to increased funding, better inter-agency collaboration, and enhanced technological support for circumventing internet restrictions in Iran. However, the bill's practical impact depends on implementation details and the geopolitical context, including Iran's response to such U.S. efforts.

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Key Points

Main Benefit

Enhances support for internet freedom and human rights in Iran

Main Concern

Potential escalation of tensions between the U.S. and Iran

Who's Affected

Iranian citizens and civil society

May gain improved access to uncensored information and communication tools

U.S. government agencies involved in foreign policy and human rights

Required to coordinate more closely and possibly increase resources

Iranian government

Faces increased external pressure and challenges to its internet control policies

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Estimated Impact

Medium

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