To provide for the imposition of sanctions on members of parliament of the Russian Federation who voted on February 15, 2022, in favor of the appeal to President Vladimir Putin to recognize the regions of Donetsk and Luhansk in southeastern Ukraine as one or more independent states.

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Summary of Bill HR 6842

Bill 117 hr 6842, also known as the "Russian Parliament Sanctions Act," aims to impose sanctions on members of the Russian Federation's parliament who voted in favor of a resolution urging President Vladimir Putin to recognize the regions of Donetsk and Luhansk in southeastern Ukraine as independent states. The bill specifically targets those who supported this resolution on February 15, 2022.

The sanctions outlined in the bill are intended to hold these individuals accountable for their actions and deter further aggression towards Ukraine. By targeting specific members of the Russian parliament, the bill aims to send a clear message that the United States condemns any efforts to undermine Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Overall, the Russian Parliament Sanctions Act seeks to use targeted sanctions as a tool to address and deter actions that threaten international peace and security. It reflects the United States' commitment to upholding democratic values and supporting Ukraine in the face of external threats.

Congressional Summary of HR 6842

This bill authorizes the President to impose asset- and visa-blocking sanctions on any member of Russia's parliament who voted on February 15, 2022, to appeal to Russian President Vladimir Putin to recognize the Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine as one or more independent states.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6842

Bill HR 6842 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2022. Bill HR 6842 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2022. Bill HR 6842's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6842

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6842

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Europe

- Foreign property

- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

- Russia

- Sanctions

- Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

- Ukraine

- Visas and passports

- War and emergency powers

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6842

To provide for the imposition of sanctions on members of parliament of the Russian Federation who voted on February 15, 2022, in favor of the appeal to President Vladimir Putin to recognize the regions of Donetsk and Luhansk in southeastern Ukraine as one or more independent states.