Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024

12/16/2024, 7:18 PM

Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024

This bill prohibits civil claims in federal court for harm resulting from the imposition of U.S. sanctions (e.g., export controls) impeding the performance of a contract.  

The prohibition only applies if the U.S. sanctions went into effect after the date on which the contract was executed. 

Bill 118 HR 9563, also known as the Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024, aims to protect American citizens and entities from potential legal actions brought by the Russian government. The bill was introduced in response to escalating tensions between the United States and Russia.

The key provisions of the bill include prohibiting American individuals and businesses from being subject to Russian court judgments, preventing the enforcement of Russian court orders in the United States, and allowing American citizens to seek legal recourse in US courts if they are targeted by Russian litigation.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the US government to take diplomatic and economic measures against Russia in response to any attempts to use the legal system to harm American interests. This includes imposing sanctions on Russian individuals and entities involved in frivolous or politically motivated lawsuits against Americans. Overall, the Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024 seeks to safeguard American citizens and businesses from potential legal harassment by the Russian government and to uphold the rule of law in international relations.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 9563
Introduced on
2024-09-12
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/12/2024
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024

This bill prohibits civil claims in federal court for harm resulting from the imposition of U.S. sanctions (e.g., export controls) impeding the performance of a contract.  

The prohibition only applies if the U.S. sanctions went into effect after the date on which the contract was executed. 

Bill 118 HR 9563, also known as the Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024, aims to protect American citizens and entities from potential legal actions brought by the Russian government. The bill was introduced in response to escalating tensions between the United States and Russia.

The key provisions of the bill include prohibiting American individuals and businesses from being subject to Russian court judgments, preventing the enforcement of Russian court orders in the United States, and allowing American citizens to seek legal recourse in US courts if they are targeted by Russian litigation.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the US government to take diplomatic and economic measures against Russia in response to any attempts to use the legal system to harm American interests. This includes imposing sanctions on Russian individuals and entities involved in frivolous or politically motivated lawsuits against Americans. Overall, the Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024 seeks to safeguard American citizens and businesses from potential legal harassment by the Russian government and to uphold the rule of law in international relations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 28, United States Code, to limit the availability of civil actions affected by United States sanctions, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Law
Potential Impact
Civil actions and liability•
Contracts and agency•
Sanctions

Comments

APPROVED
JR
Julianna Roberson
@vanilla_matzoh_magellan36944
This bill is so dumb! It's gonna mess everything up for me and my family. I can't believe they're doing this. It's gonna be bad for everyone in the short term.
APPROVED
CM
Carter McCall
@pain_de_mie_cucumber_baguette20822
I think this bill is great because it protects us from those Russians trying to cause trouble. I heard that it will help keep our country safe from their meddling. I'm glad they are finally doing something about it. This bill is important for our sec...

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Latest Summary12/3/2024

Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024

This bill prohibits civil claims in federal court for harm resulting from the imposition of U.S. sanctions (e.g., export controls) impeding the performance of a contra...

Latest Action12/4/2024
Received in the Senate.