# 119-sres-145: A resolution protecting the Iranian political refugees, including female former political prisoners, in Ashraf-3 in Albania.

119-sres-145, A resolution protecting the Iranian political refugees, including female former political prisoners, in Ashraf-3 in Albania., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC] (R-NC); status introduced (as of 2025-12-21).

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## Facts
- Bill: 119-sres-145
- Congress: 119
- Title: A resolution protecting the Iranian political refugees, including female former political prisoners, in Ashraf-3 in Albania.
- Status: introduced
- Introduced: 2025-03-27
- Sponsor: Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC] (R-NC)
- Cosponsors: 18
- Policy area: International Affairs
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2025-12-21

## Summary

**Protection of Iranian political refugees in Ashraf-3** is the resolution's main aim, urging the U.S. to defend their rights and counter Iran's transnational intimidation of dissidents. - Residents of Ashraf-3, including nearly 3,000 relocated Iranian dissidents and over 900 former political prisoners, would be affirmed rights to free expression, assembly, and political activity in Albania. - Women in Ashraf-3, who make up about one-third of the community, would get explicit recognition for their leadership and protection from alleged misogynous pressure by Iranian authorities. - The resolution would press the U.S. to condemn Iran's threats and alleged cyberattacks against Albania and Ashraf-3 residents. - It would urge U.S. action under international law to help protect witnesses to the 1988 massacre and to oppose Iran's misuse of INTERPOL Red Notices that target dissidents. - The U.S. would be called to maintain close, regular cooperation with the Government of Albania and Ashraf-3 residents to ensure their fundamental rights are secured.

## Cosponsors (18)

- Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA] (D-GA), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (R-TX), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (D-CT), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX] (R-TX), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] (D-MI), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT] (R-MT), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH] (D-NH), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] (R-IA), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ] (D-AZ), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (R-AR), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ] (D-NJ), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE] (D-DE), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] (D-MA), 2025-03-27T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA] (D-CA), 2025-04-09T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV] (R-WV), 2025-05-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ] (D-AZ), 2025-06-12T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA] (D-PA), 2025-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV] (D-NV), 2025-06-16T00:00:00.000Z

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- 119-sres-913: A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable Nancy Kassebaum, former United States Senator for the State of Kansas.
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- 119-sres-801: A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Lindsey Olin Graham, a Senator from the State of South Carolina.
- 119-sres-755: A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former Senator for the State of Michigan.

## Sources
- [119-sres-145 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/145)

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- [119-s-5066: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-5066)
- [119-sres-913: A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable Nancy Kassebaum, former Uni…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-913)
- [119-sres-897: A resolution honoring the life, service, and legacy of the Honorable Jon Llewel…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-897)
- [119-sres-801: A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Lindsey Olin Graham,…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-801)
- [119-sres-755: A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former S…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-755)
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