SJM15-002 Summary

• Petitions Colorado's nine-member congressional delegation to support adoption and implementation of an international agreement with Iran that unambiguously prohibits the nation from developing, producing, or possessing nuclear weapons.

• Cites Iran's history of hostility toward the United States and Israel, including the 444-day hostage crisis following the 1979 embassy occupation.

• Notes Iran's designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism since 1984 and references Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statement that the proposed "Framework" agreement poses a threat to Israel's survival.

• States that Colorado citizens have a vital, existential stake in preventing terrorist organizations and rogue nations supporting terrorism from obtaining nuclear weapons.

• Directs that a copy of this memorial be sent to each member of Colorado's congressional delegation.