HJM 4017

In Committee

House

Iranian people

Supporting the Iranian people’s pursuit of democracy and accountable governance.

Introduced

Committee

Floor Vote

Opposite Chamber

Governor

Signed

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Introduced: The bill is filed and assigned a number.
Committee: A subject-matter committee holds hearings, takes public testimony, and decides whether to advance the bill.
Floor Vote: The full chamber (House or Senate) debates and votes on the bill.
Opposite Chamber: The bill repeats the committee and floor vote process in the other chamber.
Governor: The Governor reviews the bill and decides whether to sign or veto it.
Signed: The bill has been signed into law.

Introduced: February 22, 2026

Last Action: February 23, 2026

Status: H State Govt & T

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AI Analysis

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This joint memorial expresses Washington State's support for the Iranian people’s right to freedom, democracy, and human dignity, and urges the U.S. federal government to adopt policies that protect Iranian civilians, support democratic movements, and avoid military escalation. It specifically calls for diplomatic and humanitarian strategies over military action, targeted accountability for human rights abusers, and protections for Iranian asylum seekers and diaspora communities.

Calls on the U.S. federal government to refrain from military intervention in Iran and instead prioritize diplomatic, humanitarian, and human rights-centered approaches.
Urges the U.S. to expand international support for Iranian civil society and democratic movements, including the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' movement.
Requests increased material and technical support for internet and communications access in Iran to help citizens organize and communicate freely.
Advocates for targeted sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for serious human rights violations, while minimizing harm to ordinary Iranians.
Calls for an end to deportations to Iran and protection for Iranian nationals in the U.S. from forced return to dangerous conditions.
Asks the U.S. to lift restrictions on asylum and humanitarian protections for Iranian nationals seeking refuge in the United States.
Affirms that the future of Iran must be decided by the Iranian people through a free, fair, and internationally supported democratic process.

Who is affected

Iranian Americans and Iranian diaspora in Washington state — Iranian Americans and members of the Iranian diaspora in Washington state may benefit from increased protections, advocacy, and policy considerations that address family separation, travel barriers, and safety concerns.
Iranian nationals in the U.S. or seeking asylum — Iranian nationals currently in the U.S. or seeking asylum may gain protections from deportation and improved access to humanitarian relief and legal pathways to safety.
U.S. federal government (especially Department of State and Department of Justice) — U.S. foreign policy may shift toward increased diplomatic and humanitarian support for Iran, with adjustments to sanctions and military posture.
International human rights and humanitarian organizations — International partners and organizations may be encouraged to coordinate with the U.S. on human rights monitoring, internet access support, and accountability efforts in Iran.

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