A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Armed Services, 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.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is titled the Free Yemen from Iran Act. It aims to put targeted sanctions on the Houthi movement and those who support them while supporting the recognized Government of Yemen. The bill requires reports and strategies regarding Houthi financing, arms networks, and foreign influence from countries like Russia and China. It also directs the designation of the Houthis as a transnational criminal organization. Finally, the legislation authorizes funding for security assistance, economic stabilization, and civil society support in Yemen.
Yes· 3 of 14
- Scored +8
Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?
The bill authorizes $100 million for security assistance and targets Houthi terrorists and their supporters with strict sanctions.
- Scored +7
Does this send more money or help to other countries?
The bill authorizes $300 million total across security assistance, economic stabilization, and civil society support for Yemen.
- Scored +6
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The bill aims to counter malign influence from Iran, Russia, and China while supporting the internationally recognized Government of Yemen.
The opposite
- Scored -5
Does this make trade with other countries easier?
The bill imposes severe financial, property, and trade-related sanctions on entities engaging with the Houthis, impacting maritime trade routes.
- Scored -4
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?
The bill authorizes significant new funding for security assistance, military training, and counter-terrorism measures.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Humanitarian Protection: Section 4(d) states that sanctions will not apply to the provision of agricultural commodities, food, medicine, medical devices, or humanitarian assistance to the people of Yemen unless that assistance is knowingly diverted for the benefit of the Houthis or sanctioned persons. This ensures regular people can still receive basic life necessities.
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Security and Economic Support: Sections 9, 10, and 11 authorize $100 million each for training Yemeni security forces, economic stabilization initiatives, and supporting Yemeni civil society and independent media. This funding is intended to help strengthen legitimate institutions, improve maritime and border security, and counter Iranian propaganda.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Property and Financial Restrictions: Section 4(b)(1)(A) requires the President to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property that are in the United States, come into the U.S., or are within the possession of a U.S. person for any foreign person determined to have engaged in covered transactions with the Houthis. This can heavily burden businesses or individuals caught in these financial blockages.
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Travel Bans and Visa Revocations: Section 4(b)(1)(B) makes targeted foreign persons inadmissible to the United States and revokes any current visas they hold with immediate effect. This directly impacts the targeted individuals and their adult family members unless clear evidence shows the family member has disassociated and has no history of assisting with asset concealment or transfer, as outlined in Section 4(a)(1)(A)(ii).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this put more money into stopping terrorism? — The bill authorizes $100 million for security assistance and targets Houthi terrorists and their supporters with strict sanctions. Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The bill authorizes $300 million total across security assistance, economic stabilization, and civil society support for Yemen. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill aims to counter malign influence from Iran, Russia, and China while supporting the internationally recognized Government of Yemen. Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The bill requires briefings and reports on foreign influence, intelligence, and digital or operational threats from adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran. Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The bill imposes severe financial, property, and trade-related sanctions on entities engaging with the Houthis, impacting maritime trade routes. Does this reduce what is spent on the military? — The bill authorizes significant new funding for security assistance, military training, and counter-terrorism measures.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes supporting programs that invest in youth employment and workforce development. Would children be better off under this? — The bill includes humanitarian exceptions for food, medicine, and medical devices to protect the general population. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill authorizes economic stabilization initiatives and protects humanitarian assistance for the Yemeni people. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill focuses on local governance and stabilization efforts that can benefit regional areas outside of major conflict zones.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires comprehensive reporting and regular briefings on Houthi financing, arms networks, and foreign influence. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill expands federal executive powers to designate organizations, impose broad foreign sanctions, and mandate reports.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this tighten control of the border? — The bill authorizes funding and strategies to strengthen maritime and border security in Yemen. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill authorizes funds for economic stabilization and youth employment programs to help stabilize local communities.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill authorizes economic stabilization initiatives and support for Yemeni institutions to promote economic stability.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The legislation supports local governance and workforce development programs in Yemen.
- 9/14/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Armed Services, 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.
- Introduced in House