Senate Committee adopts resolutions urging immediate, permanent ceasefire in Iran

Apr 23, 2026

The Senate Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection recommended passage of Senate draft 1 of House Concurrent Resolution 137 and Senate Resolution 20, which urge an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Iran. The committee acted after noting only written testimony had been filed and after a brief procedural explanation that such resolutions are non‑binding.

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The Senate Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection on April 23 recommended passage of Senate draft 1 of House Concurrent Resolution 137 and Senate Resolution 20, which the committee described as "urging an immediate and permanent ceasefire" and an end to hostilities in Iran. The committee moved forward after the Chair said only written testimony had been submitted in support.

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