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A resolution calling on the Secretary of State to designate the Russian Federation as a state sponsor of terrorism.

12/29/2022, 6:48 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 623

Bill 117 sres 623 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that calls on the Secretary of State to designate the Russian Federation as a state sponsor of terrorism. The resolution highlights Russia's alleged support for terrorist organizations and activities around the world.

The resolution argues that Russia has provided support to groups like the Taliban in Afghanistan and Hezbollah in Syria, as well as being involved in cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns aimed at destabilizing other countries. It also points to Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014 and its ongoing military intervention in Ukraine as evidence of its aggressive and destabilizing behavior.

If the Secretary of State were to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism, it would have significant diplomatic and economic implications for the country. This designation could lead to the imposition of sanctions and other measures aimed at isolating Russia and holding it accountable for its alleged support of terrorism. Overall, Bill 117 sres 623 is a significant and controversial resolution that raises important questions about Russia's role in global security and the fight against terrorism. It will be interesting to see how this resolution progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on US-Russia relations in the future.

Congressional Summary of SRES 623

This resolution expresses that the Senate

  • views the actions of the Russian government, at the direction of President Vladimir Putin, as sponsoring acts of terrorism; and
  • calls on the Department of State to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism.

Current Status of Bill SRES 623

Bill SRES 623 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since July 27, 2022. Bill SRES 623 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 9, 2022.  Bill SRES 623's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3736-3737; text: CR S3736-3737) as of July 27, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 623

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 623

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Conflicts and wars
- Europe
- Military operations and strategy
- Russia
- Terrorism
- Ukraine

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 623

A resolution calling on the Secretary of State to designate the Russian Federation as a state sponsor of terrorism.
A resolution calling on the Secretary of State to designate the Russian Federation as a state sponsor of terrorism.

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