Except as otherwise specifically provided, in this Act:

((1)) ** Appropriate congressional committees** The term “appropriate congressional committees” has the meaning given that term in section 14 of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 (; note).Public Law 104–17250 U.S.C. 1701

((2)) ** Financial transaction** The term “financial transaction” means any transfer of value involving a financial institution, including the transfer of forwards, futures, options, swaps, or precious metals, including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium.

((3)) ** Knowingly** The term “knowingly” has the meaning given that term in section 14 of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 (; note).Public Law 104–17250 U.S.C. 1701

((4)) ** United States person** The term “United States person” has the meaning given that term in .section 8511 of this title