Iran: U.S. Economic Sanctions and the Authority to Lift Restrictions
Description:
The United States has led the international community in imposing economic sanctions on Iran, in an effort to change the government of that country's support of acts of international terrorism, poor human rights record, weapons and missile development and acquisition, role in regional instability, and development of a nuclear program. This report identifies the legislative bases for sanctions imposed on Iran, and the nature of the authority to waive or lift those restrictions.
Date:
December 30, 2014
Creator:
Rennack, Dianne E.