Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the boycott of certain companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime.

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

This resolution supports and encourages Americans who choose to exercise their free speech rights by boycotting companies that do not provide life-saving or health-related goods and services to the Russian people yet continue to operate in Russia.

The resolution also condemns companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime that enable his ability to continue waging war in Ukraine.

Finally, the resolution commends companies that have already suspended operations in or withdrawn from markets in Russia in response to the Putin regime's unlawful invasion of Ukraine.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1040, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the boycott of certain companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to convey the House of Representatives' disapproval of companies that conduct business in Russia and contribute to the financial stability of the Putin regime.

The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict between Russia and the United States, particularly in light of Russia's aggressive actions in Ukraine and its interference in the 2016 US presidential election. It emphasizes the importance of holding companies accountable for their support of the Putin regime, which is seen as a threat to US national security and democratic values.

The resolution calls for a boycott of companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime. It urges American consumers and businesses to refrain from supporting these companies and to instead seek out alternative sources for goods and services. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1040 aims to send a strong message to companies that support the Putin regime and to encourage individuals and businesses to take a stand against Russian aggression. It is a non-binding resolution that expresses the House of Representatives' stance on this issue and calls for action to hold companies accountable for their actions.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 1040

Introduced on
2022-04-06

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/6/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports and encourages Americans who choose to exercise their free speech rights by boycotting companies that do not provide life-saving or health-related goods and services to the Russian people yet continue to operate in Russia.

The resolution also condemns companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime that enable his ability to continue waging war in Ukraine.

Finally, the resolution commends companies that have already suspended operations in or withdrawn from markets in Russia in response to the Putin regime's unlawful invasion of Ukraine.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1040, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the boycott of certain companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to convey the House of Representatives' disapproval of companies that conduct business in Russia and contribute to the financial stability of the Putin regime.

The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict between Russia and the United States, particularly in light of Russia's aggressive actions in Ukraine and its interference in the 2016 US presidential election. It emphasizes the importance of holding companies accountable for their support of the Putin regime, which is seen as a threat to US national security and democratic values.

The resolution calls for a boycott of companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime. It urges American consumers and businesses to refrain from supporting these companies and to instead seek out alternative sources for goods and services. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1040 aims to send a strong message to companies that support the Putin regime and to encourage individuals and businesses to take a stand against Russian aggression. It is a non-binding resolution that expresses the House of Representatives' stance on this issue and calls for action to hold companies accountable for their actions.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the boycott of certain companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Business ethics•
Conflicts and wars•
Consumer affairs•
Europe•
Foreign and international corporations•
Military operations and strategy•
Protest and dissent•
Russia•
U.S. and foreign investments•
Ukraine

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary7/15/2022

This resolution supports and encourages Americans who choose to exercise their free speech rights by boycotting companies that do not provide life-saving or health-related goods and services to the Russian people yet continue to operate in Russia...


Latest Action4/6/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.