NORTH SHORE – (Radio Coverage) North Shore US Congressman Seth Moulton today called for strong enforcement on the Iran Nuclear deal. Moulton and Wisconsin Representative Reid Ribble (R) announced they a co-sponsoring an enforcement resolution. Moulton stated today that Iran, aside from the nuclear deal there are other issues with Iran that need oversight. Congressman Moulton has been a strong proponent of the Iran deal, but the resolution looks to strengthen enforcement practices.
Press Conference Audio – 1/27/2016 (Phone Audio Quality)
Salem, MA – Today, Congressmen Seth Moulton (D-MA) and Reid Ribble (R-WI) introduced a comprehensive, bipartisan Iran Resolution: “The Iran Deal Implementation and Accountability Act” that maps out an effective path forward for the U.S. and international community. The three-part plan aims to ensure effective implementation of the Iran Nuclear Deal, reaffirm our relationship with Israel and counter destabilizing Iranian actions.
“We need a clear-eyed, bipartisan approach to make sure the Iran deal is strictly implemented and that we continue to support our allies in the region while countering Iran’s destabilizing actions,” said Moulton. “Our resolution maps out an effective path forward for the U.S. and international community for the months and years to come.”
“We owe it to our kids and grandkids not only to ensure that Iran doesn’t acquire nuclear weapons in the short term, but also to lay the groundwork for a safe and secure future for the U.S. and our regional allies,”Ribble said. “The Iran Deal Implementation and Accountability Act is a forward-looking resolution that charts a path forward with Iran, Israel, and our allies around the world.”
The Iran Deal Implementation Accountability Act has three pillars, includin Ensure Effective Implementation of the Nuclear Deal: The resolution calls on the President, Congress, and international partners to ensure the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the State Department and the Treasury Department have the tools for inspection and implementation of the Iran Deal.
Reaffirm our Relationship with Our Allies in the Region:
The resolution pledges U.S. support for Israel and seeks to provide expanded tools for Israel to defend itself against destabilizing forces in the region through intelligence and counterterrorism support as well as missile defense. It also calls on the executive to implement a ten-year Memorandum of Understanding between the US and Israel.
Counter Destabilizing Iranian Actions:
The resolution calls on the President and the international community to remain committed to countering Iranâs harmful actions throughout the Middle East and across the world.
In the coming days, Moulton and Ribble will circulate The Iran Deal Implementation and Accountability Act to their colleagues in Congress and build additional bipartisan support. Already, cosponsors include Gerry Connolly (D-VA), Joseph P. Kennedy III (D-MA) and Jeff Duncan (R-SC).
To learn more about Congressman Seth Moulton visit www.moulton.house.gov or find the Congressman on Facebook,
Twitter, or Instagram.
