Weekly Newsletter   Official Newsletter   Defending Our Allies and Democracy On April 13, Iran launched an unprecedented direct assault on Israel, unleashing over 300 missiles and drones—an alarming departure from its previous reliance on terrorist proxies like Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis. While Israeli and American defenses intercepted 99 percent of the incoming threats, the specter of further aggression remains. In response, we joined fellow representatives in passing 14 bills aimed at condemning, sanctioning, and holding Iran and its terrorist allies accountable for their hostile actions. These measures reaffirm the United States' support for Israel's quest for security and liberty.   14 Bills to Sanction Iran and Stand with Israel The House passed 14 bills bipartisan aimed at condemning, sanctioning, and holding Iran and its terrorist allies accountable for their hostile actions: We voted ‘Yes’ on the No U.S. Financing for Iran Act (H.R. 5921) to effectively cut off the Iranian Government from the U.S. financial system. Additionally, this measure would prevent the Export-Import Bank as well as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) from financing projects associated with the Iranian Government. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Iran-China Energy Sanctions Act (H.R. 5923) to target and expand sanctions on the small, independent Chinese oil refiners driving Chinese purchases of Iranian crude. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Holding Iranian Leaders Accountable Act (H.R. 6245) to expose the finances of Iran’s authoritarian leaders and crack down on financial institutions that maintain accounts in connection with those funds. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Iran Sanctions Accountability Act (H.R. 6015) to close loopholes through which Iran could divert humanitarian aid to fund terrorism and require the president to prescribe regulations to ensure that humanitarian assistance reaches the intended population in need. We voted ‘Yes’ on the H.R. 6408 to revoke the tax-exempt status of entities that have been found to be providing material support to terrorist organizations. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Solidify Iran Sanctions Act (H.R. 3033) to make permanent the sanctions that restrict funding for Iran’s energy and weapons sectors, curtailing the regime’s ability to finance terrorism and develop its nuclear program. We voted ‘Yes’ on the No Technology for Terror Act (H.R. 6603) to make permanent existing U.S. export control restrictions that prohibit the transfer of American made technology to Iran. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Strengthening Tools to Counter the Use of Human Shields Act (H.R. 5917) to improve the implementation and enforcement of sanctions against terrorist organizations and other bad actors that use innocent civilians as human shields. We voted ‘Yes’ on the No Paydays to Hostage Takers Act (H.R. 5826) to impose sanctions and strict penalties on Iran and any other hostile governments or individuals who engage in hostage-taking or wrongfully detain United States nationals. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Illicit Captagon Trafficking Suppression Act (H.R. 4681) to impose sanctions on foreign persons who facilitate or profit from the production or proliferation of Captagon, an addictive drug produced and sold to fund terrorist activities. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Standing Against Houthi Aggression Act (H.R. 6046) to designate the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization and to impose sanctions on any foreign persons or entities associated with the group. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Iran Counterterrorism Act (H.R. 6323) to enable Congress to block sanctions waivers for the Iranian regime until it ends its support for international acts of terrorism. We voted ‘Yes’ on the Iran Sanctions Relief Review Act (H.R. 4691) to enable Congress to review, and if necessary block, any effort by the Biden administration to terminate U.S. sanctions against the Iranian regime. We voted ‘Yes’ on the (H.R. 5947) to terminate President Biden’s waiver used to release $6 billion of Iranian funds that were being held in South Korea to Qatar. Are your neighbors aware of everything our team is doing in DC and in the district? Be sure to share our newsletter with them! They can sign up for it by visiting Mace.House.Gov or by clicking here. Legislating for the Lowcountry Northern Triangle Asylum Cooperative Agreement Reimplementation Act We introduced the Northern Triangle Asylum Cooperative Agreement Reimplementation Act to combat the escalating crisis at the southern border. This bill seeks to reinstate asylum cooperative agreements with El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, conditioning bilateral economic assistance, requiring certifications for agreements, mandating regular recertifications, and ensuring implementation of these agreements in accordance with Trump-era rulemaking.   We offered 8 amendments to Ukrainian aid bill funding that would put Americans, our soldiers, and our veterans first: Defund Biden’s IRS Army: Our first amendment to the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act aims to rescind funds from the President’s IRS army and unnecessary IRS expansions to fund Ukraine. Balance Our Budget First: Before allocating any appropriations, this amendment mandates that our budget must be balanced. No Boots on the Ground: This amendment stipulates that zero funds will be utilized to deploy members of the armed forces toUkraine, except for securing America's embassy. House Our Veterans First: This amendment specifies that no funding can be spent on Ukraine while there are homeless veterans in America. Secure our Border First: This amendment mandates that no funds can be spent on Ukraine until we have secured our border. By prioritizing national security at home, we can better address international challenges. Support for Service Members First: This amendment prohibits funds from being spent while our military personnel struggle to make ends meet, including having to rely on food stamps. Put the Taxpayer First: The seventh amendment strikes provisions of the bill that allow the President to forgive Ukraine's debt to the United States. Instead, this amendment advocates for treating any assistance to Ukraine as a loan rather than a gift. Control our Debt First: This amendment would strike bilateral economic assistance provisions, including budget support to Ukraine. April 22nd is Earth Day: Earth Day is just around the corner, on Monday, April 22nd. Here in the Lowcountry and throughout South Carolina, we are fortunate to be surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. This Earth Day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to appreciate the nature in our district and to spend some time outdoors. Whether it's a hike along one of our scenic trails or simply enjoying a picnic in a local park, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the beauty of the Lowcountry. For a list of fun things to do, visit Mace.House.Gov/Earthday Yours in Service, Congresswoman Nancy Mace Need Help with a Federal Agency? Call us today. If you or someone you know ever needs assistance with a federal agency, we are just a phone call away and are ready to help you! 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