Supporting Congressional Review of an Iranian Nuclear Deal

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Today, Congressman Doug Lamborn supported H.R. 1191, the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015. This bill requires a review by the House and Senate of any nuclear agreement with Iran before President Obama can waive or suspend sanctions previously imposed by Congress.

"President Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry have stumbled through months of negotiations that don't appear to have limited Iran's march toward a nuclear weapon. By mandating Congressional oversight and involvement, H.R. 1191 ensures that this nuclear deal will receive the closest possible scrutiny and will open the door to a more active participatory role for the Congress. Although is only a baby step in the right direction, it does make some progress that is worth supporting. When we are dealing with something that could fundamentally change the balance of power in the Middle East, we cannot afford to rush through any agreement without proper Congressional oversight and due diligence.

Passage of this legislation is a major victory for the American people and for the safety and security of this nation and our allies, but it is only the first step. If a deal is reached Congress must work together to insure that it is in fact a good deal. And, if not, Congress must do its role and disapprove of such a deal."

- Congressman Doug Lamborn (CO-05)

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