The Iranian regime is racing to acquire nuclear weapons. Iran’s activities violate its Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty obligations, UN Security Council resolutions, and IAEA demands. Despite the Iranian regime’s defiant nuclear activities, the World Bank provides huge sums to the regime. This resolution calls on the World Bank to stop disbursing funds to Iran until Tehran complies with its non-proliferation obligations.

Robust funding for peacekeeping activities is critical to building a lasting peace in the Sudan, a peace that requires a healthy peacekeeping presence, capitalizing on diplomatic opportunities, and direct support for displaced persons. The people of Sudan continue to face dire circumstances and international assistance is crucial to preventing further violence and promoting national stability.

In the years since September 11, 2001, the need to protect America’s security has become even more vital. While protecting national security remains critical, preserving civil liberties is similarly fundamental. Throughout history, Americans have fought and died for both security and liberty. Congress is now debating legislation that attempts to balance these two values in order to ensure our way of life in the face of modern threats.