No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 7701 No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

9/13/2024, 12:08 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 7701

No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act

This bill requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on foreign persons who knowingly participate in the construction, maintenance, or repair of a tunnel or bridge that connects the Russian mainland with the Crimean Peninsula.

The bill provides exceptions to these sanctions in certain circumstances (such as providing humanitarian assistance or to comply with international obligations). The President may also waive such sanctions on the basis of U.S. national security interests.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7701

Bill HR 7701 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2024. Bill HR 7701 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 15, 2024. Bill HR 7701's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of September 10, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7701

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7701

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Civil actions and liability

- Conflicts and wars

- Criminal procedure and sentencing

- Europe

- Foreign aid and international relief

- Foreign property

- Russia

- Sanctions

- Ukraine

- Visas and passports

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7701

No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act

To require the imposition of sanctions with respect to any foreign person that knowingly participates in the construction, maintenance, or repair of a tunnel or bridge that connects the Russian mainland with the Crimean peninsula.