Stop Foreign Propaganda Act

This bill targets people and companies that get paid to create, supply, or distribute content for foreign propaganda outlets that are already under U.S. sanctions. It requires the U.S. government to punish anyone under U.S. jurisdiction who knowingly does this work for pay, including blocking their transactions and property, banning U.S. government contracts with them, cutting off Export‑Import Bank support, and denying visas to non‑citizens. It also writes an existing Iran sanctions executive order into federal law.

The government must report within 90 days and then every year on who provided these paid media services, what actions were taken, and how the Iranian government and its broadcasting arm may be funding or using foreign media to spread propaganda or dodge sanctions. The President can waive penalties if it’s in the national interest and explains why to Congress. “Media services” can include writing or editing content, photos and video, production tools, backend technology, and distribution platforms.

Key points

• Who is affected: U.S. persons and anyone under U.S. jurisdiction who knowingly provides paid media services to sanctioned foreign propaganda outlets.
• What changes: Penalties include blocking transactions involving property, banning U.S. contracts, cutting Export‑Import Bank financing, and visa denials for non‑citizens; an Iran sanctions order becomes law; annual reporting is required.
• When: The first report is due 90 days after enactment, then annually.