Patrick Toomey actually said...

the idea is to put in place a clear structure of escalating sanctions that will take place.

I think that is a very sensible balance and maintains a lot of discretion for the President, while involving Congress in the decision making...

Is there agreement that such secondary sanctions would impose significant new pressure on the regime?

Senator Van Hollen and I have decided to pursue the BRINK Act legislation that would impose tough secondary sanctions.