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Reveal Risky Business in Russia Act

12/29/2022, 10:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7228

Bill 117 hr 7228, also known as the Reveal Risky Business in Russia Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of increasing transparency and accountability in business dealings with Russia. The bill seeks to address concerns about the potential risks associated with doing business in Russia, particularly in light of the country's involvement in various international conflicts and its track record of human rights abuses.

The Reveal Risky Business in Russia Act includes several key provisions. Firstly, it requires companies that are publicly traded in the United States to disclose any significant business operations they have in Russia, as well as any financial transactions they have with Russian entities. This information would be made publicly available in order to provide investors and the general public with a better understanding of the potential risks involved in doing business with Russia.

Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a task force within the Department of Commerce to monitor and assess the risks associated with business activities in Russia. This task force would be responsible for providing regular reports to Congress on the current state of affairs in Russia and any potential risks that may arise for US businesses operating in the country. Overall, the Reveal Risky Business in Russia Act aims to promote transparency and accountability in business dealings with Russia, in order to protect US interests and ensure that companies are aware of the potential risks involved in doing business in the country. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to safeguard US businesses and investors, while opponents raise concerns about the potential impact on trade relations with Russia.

Congressional Summary of HR 7228

Reveal Risky Business in Russia Act

This bill requires an issuer of securities to disclose whether the issuer does business with or in Russia or any country that, after March 24, 2022, invades a sovereign nation state or annexes sovereign territory.

Current Status of Bill HR 7228

Bill HR 7228 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2022. Bill HR 7228 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2022.  Bill HR 7228's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of March 24, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7228

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
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 7228

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Potential Impact Areas

- Conflicts and wars
- Europe
- Financial services and investments
- Government information and archives
- Military operations and strategy
- Russia
- Securities
- Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7228

Reveal Risky Business in Russia Act
Reveal Risky Business in Russia Act
To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require issuers to disclose whether they do business in, or with Russia or other aggressor nations, and for other purposes.

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