Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that United States policy should encourage Russian soldiers to abandon Putin's war with Ukraine, and that Russian soldiers who defect should be granted expedited admission to the United States as refugees if they clear all applicable vetting and security procedures.

Bill 117 H.Res. 969, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that United States policy should encourage Russian soldiers to abandon Putin's war with Ukraine, and that Russian soldiers who defect should be granted expedited admission to the United States as refugees if they clear all applicable vetting and security procedures," is a resolution introduced in the United States House of Representatives.

The purpose of this resolution is to urge the United States government to support efforts to encourage Russian soldiers to abandon their involvement in the conflict in Ukraine led by Russian President Vladimir Putin. The resolution also calls for Russian soldiers who defect from the conflict to be granted expedited admission to the United States as refugees, provided they pass all necessary vetting and security procedures.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of standing in solidarity with Ukraine and supporting efforts to end the violence and aggression perpetuated by the Russian government. It highlights the humanitarian aspect of providing refuge to Russian soldiers who choose to defect from the conflict and seek asylum in the United States. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 969 aims to send a strong message of support for Ukraine and condemnation of Russia's actions in the conflict, while also offering a pathway for Russian soldiers to seek safety and refuge in the United States if they choose to abandon their involvement in the war.