Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025

4/11/2025, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2548

Bill 119 hr 2548, also known as the "Russian Federation Sanctions Act," aims to impose sanctions and other measures on the Russian Federation if they refuse to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violate any such agreement, or initiate another military invasion of Ukraine. The bill is designed to hold the Russian government accountable for their actions in Ukraine and to deter further aggression.

If the Russian government fails to comply with the terms outlined in the bill, the United States will impose sanctions on key sectors of the Russian economy, including energy, defense, and finance. These sanctions are intended to put pressure on the Russian government to engage in peaceful negotiations with Ukraine and to respect any agreements that are reached.

In addition to sanctions, the bill also includes provisions for increased military assistance to Ukraine and support for NATO allies in the region. This is meant to bolster Ukraine's ability to defend itself against further Russian aggression and to demonstrate the United States' commitment to the security of its allies in Eastern Europe. Overall, the Russian Federation Sanctions Act is a proactive measure aimed at deterring Russian aggression in Ukraine and promoting stability in the region. It sends a clear message to the Russian government that continued aggression will not be tolerated and that there will be consequences for their actions.

Current Status of Bill HR 2548

Bill HR 2548 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 1, 2025. Bill HR 2548 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 1, 2025.  Bill HR 2548's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, Ways and Means, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of April 1, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2548

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
40
Democrat Cosponsors
22
Republican Cosponsors
18
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2548

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2548

To impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.To impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.
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