What Harris and Trump should say about Iran
Tonight’s debate offers both candidates the chance to get real about how to deal with Tehran
Take Action: Demand a Permanent Ceasefire to Save Lives
We need a #CeasefireNOW – take action and see if your lawmaker has spoken out in favor of peace: The choice for the U.S., Israel, Palestine is clear: the war and devastation can continue and risk dragging the U.S. and Iran into the fighting, or there can be a ceasefire that sets the table for a sustainable peace.
H.R. 5961 Memo
H.R. 5961 is a reckless piece of legislation that would force the U.S. to renege on the recent prisoner swap with Iran and bar Iranian funds held abroad from being used to purchase food and medicine. NIAC Action strongly opposes H.R. 5961 and urges Members of Congress to vote against it as it is expected to receive a vote on the House floor next week.
‘Freezing’ Iran’s humanitarian fund is self defeating
The following piece was published in Responsible Statecraft and was written by Ryan Costello, Policy Director of the National Iranian American Council. ‘Freezing’ Iran’s humanitarian fund is self defeating ln a move that is sure to backfire, lawmakers want to block Tehran’s access to an account made available from the prisoner swap deal because of its […]
Honoring Mahsa Jina Amini and Iranians’ Demands for Freedom
One year ago, 22-year-old Mahsa Jina Amini was detained by Iranian authorities who seek to deprive women of bodily autonomy. She was beaten in their custody and killed at the hands of the state. As we pause and reflect on the uprising for change her death ignited, we are reminded of the brutal crackdown that ensued, the resilience of the Iranian people, and the power of collective action that unites Iranians under the banner of Woman, Life, Freedom.
Freeing Iranian Americans and humanitarian funds is a win-win
The latest Iran deal is a win-win. A complicated prisoner swap should ease drug shortages that are killing ordinary Iranians—and put new pressure on Tehran’s leaders. Read this op-ed from NIAC Policy Director Ryan Costello in Defense One.
Americans must unite to reject 21st Century ‘alien land laws’
NIAC is glad to join with John Yang, President and Executive Director of Asian Americans Advancing Justice to call for Americans to unite to reject 21st Century ‘alien land laws’. Read our latest joint op-ed in The Hill here.
“Alien Land Law” Bill Tracker
** Last updated August 8th, 2023 ** Bills that have become law: State/Federal Bill Description Status Florida SB 264 Prohibits certain individuals from “countries of concern” from purchasing property in many locations in the state. Individuals purchasing many forms of property in Florida will now have to sign an affidavit claiming they are not “domiciled” […]
Civil Rights Organizations Call Out Abbott & Texas House Over Legislation Banning Property Ownership
26 national and Texas-based American advocacy and civil rights organizations released a letter to Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, the Texas State Senate, and the Texas State House, criticizing a Texas state legislature bill, SB 147, which would ban citizens of Iran, China, North Korea, and Russia from purchasing property in Texas.
FAQs on Texas Bill SB 147
Read our talking points here. This racist bill needs to be defeated the way any bill is defeated – by mobilizing the public and forcing legislators to vote against it or remove the provisions targeting property bans at citizens.
NIAC statement on “Baraye” being honored with the Grammy Song For Social Change Award.
A moving tribute to Shervin Hajipour and all of the Iranians who have been suffering, as his song “Baraye” was honored with the Grammy Awards’ inaugural Song For Social Change Special Merit Award presented by First Lady Jill Biden.
NIAC Statement on Biden’s MENA Category Recommendations
The Biden administration is proposing major changes to forms for the 2030 census and federal government surveys. This includes the adoption of a new Middle Eastern and North African category on the Census.