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Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2023

6/11/2024, 4:06 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3246

Bill 118 hr 3246, also known as the Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to impose sanctions on individuals or entities in Russia who are found to be in violation of nuclear safety regulations.

The bill outlines specific criteria for determining who would be subject to these sanctions, including those who are involved in the development, production, or transfer of nuclear materials or technology in Russia. It also includes provisions for the freezing of assets and the prohibition of transactions with any individuals or entities found to be in violation.

Additionally, the bill calls for the US government to work with international partners to enforce these sanctions and to promote nuclear safety standards globally. It also requires regular reporting to Congress on the implementation and effectiveness of the sanctions. Overall, the Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2023 aims to hold individuals and entities in Russia accountable for their actions related to nuclear safety violations and to promote greater adherence to international nuclear safety standards.

Congressional Summary of HR 3246

Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2023

This bill requires the President to impose sanctions on foreign persons who endanger the integrity, safety, or undermine Ukrainian operational control of the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine.  The sanctions include (1) asset blocking; (2) visas, admission, or parole into the United States; and (3) revocation of current visas. The bill limits such sanctions as they apply to international obligations, to humanitarian assistance, or to those seeking to reestablish Ukrainian operational control of the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant.

Current Status of Bill HR 3246

Bill HR 3246 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2023. Bill HR 3246 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2023.  Bill HR 3246's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent. as of May 16, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3246

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
72
Democrat Cosponsors
72
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3246

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3246

Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2023
Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2023
To authorize the imposition of sanctions with respect to any foreign person endangering the integrity or safety of the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant.

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