Obama Declines to Sign Iran Sanctions Act Renewal, Allows it to Take Effect

December 15, 2016

Author: 

Carol E. Lee

Publication: 

The Wall Street Journal

The Iran Sanctions Act (ISA) was renewed with overwhelming Congressional support but without President Barack Obama's signature. The White House issued a statement saying that the administration viewed the ISA extension as unnecessary, but in line with U.S. commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.