Congressman Kilmer issues statement on Iran agreement

Published 11:10 am Tuesday, July 14, 2015

U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer said Tuesday the nuclear program agreement with Iran will require an informed review by Congress.

It’s also an historic agreement that may change the world, the 6th District Democrat said.

Kilmer released the following statement after President Obama announced a nuclear agreement with Iran Tuesday:

“The proposed agreement with Iran is historic, with the power to shape not only the Middle East but the entire world.

“As a dad of two little girls, I want us to take a path that will make it less likely that Iran ever develops a nuclear weapon and that protects America and its allies abroad.

“With that in mind, my sincere hope is that all members of Congress will take a deep breath, review the details of this accord, and make a fully informed judgment.

“I intend to use the next 60 days to carefully review this agreement to make sure it puts us on a path toward a safer and more peaceful world.”