S. 4665 · On the floor · International Affairs

BANNED in Latin America Act

What it does

Directs the Secretary of State to submit a comprehensive strategy within 180 days for countering Iran's and Hezbollah's propaganda networks and influence operations in Latin America.
Requires the strategy to include initiatives to strengthen U.S. capacity to identify, monitor, and disrupt Iranian and Hezbollah networks cooperating with academic institutions and nongovernmental organizations in Latin America.
Requires the strategy to include a framework for disrupting Hezbollah's Al Mayadeen Espanol platform through sanctions, designations, and cooperation with regional partners to limit broadcasting and digital presence.
Requires the strategy to include a plan to expose Iran's Al Mustafa International University network and coordinate with local governments to address its radicalization and recruitment activities.
Requires the strategy to include initiatives to weaken Iranian and Hezbollah-linked networks' involvement in drug smuggling, money laundering, natural resource exploitation, and document fraud operations.

Jul 27, 2026: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 514.

Committee: Senate Foreign Relations