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Poland Over Russia Act

12/29/2022, 10:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7169

Bill 117 hr 7169, also known as the Poland Over Russia Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Poland while also countering Russian influence in the region. The bill specifically focuses on enhancing security cooperation between the US and Poland, as well as supporting Poland's efforts to diversify its energy sources away from reliance on Russia.

The Poland Over Russia Act includes provisions for increased military cooperation between the US and Poland, such as joint training exercises and the sharing of intelligence information. It also calls for the deployment of additional US troops to Poland to bolster NATO's presence in the region and deter Russian aggression.

In addition to military cooperation, the bill addresses energy security concerns by promoting the development of alternative energy sources in Poland and reducing its dependence on Russian energy imports. This is seen as a strategic move to weaken Russia's influence in the region and enhance Poland's energy independence. Overall, the Poland Over Russia Act is aimed at strengthening the US-Poland relationship, bolstering security in Eastern Europe, and countering Russian influence in the region. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in promoting stability and security in the region.

Congressional Summary of HR 7169

Poland Over Russia Act

This bill requires the United States to withhold all contributions to the United Nations until Russia's membership on the U.N. Security Council is terminated and Poland is made a permanent member of the council. The President must order U.S. representatives to the United Nations to advocate for other member states to take similar actions.

Current Status of Bill HR 7169

Bill HR 7169 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 18, 2022. Bill HR 7169 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 18, 2022.  Bill HR 7169's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 18, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7169

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7169

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Europe
- Foreign aid and international relief
- International organizations and cooperation
- Poland
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Russia
- United Nations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7169

Poland Over Russia Act
Poland Over Russia Act
To withhold all assessed and voluntary contributions to the United Nations until such time as the membership of the Russian Federation on the United Nations Security Council is terminated and the Republic of Poland is afforded full rights, privileges, and responsibilities as a Permanent Member of the United Nations Security Council, and for other purposes.

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