S 559 · 113th Congress · International Affairs

Justice for Former American Hostages in Iran Act of 2013

Introduced 2013-03-13· Sponsored by Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA]· Senate

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Latest: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 183.(2013-09-12)

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[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Justice for Former American Hostages in Iran Act of 2013 - Establishes in the Treasury the American Hostages in Iran Compensation Fund to: (1) make payments to specified Americans held hostage in Iran and their family members; and (2) satisfy the claims of the members of the proposed class against Iran relating to the alleged taking of hostages or treatment of personnel of the U.S. embassy in Tehran, Iran, between November 3, 1979, and January 20, 1981. Imposes a surcharge, to be deposited into the Fund, of 30% on any fine or penalty imposed for a violation of any law or regulation for any economic activity regarding Iran that is administered by specified federal departments. Sets forth hostage and family member payment provisions.…

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S. 559, Justice for Former American Hostages in Iran Act of 2013

Oct 22, 2013

As reported by the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations on September 12, 2013

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Cosponsors (9)

7 Democrats2 Republicans