(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) A bill that would give the US Congress a voice in any agreement with Iran on its nuclear program passed the Senate by a 98 to 1 vote on Thursday.
The bill would require that the Obama administration send the text of a final accord with Iran, along with classified material, to Congress as soon as it is completed - which, if successful, is expected to take place by June 30.
The bill also halts any lifting of sanctions against Iran pending a 30-day congressional review. It would end with a possible vote to allow or forbid the lifting of congressional sanctions in exchange for the dismantling of much of Iran's nuclear infrastructure.
US Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, encouraged senators to approve the bill while noting the procedural fights that had hindered the process.
Republican infighting prevented a debate of significant amendments to the bill. (end) rm.hb
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