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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any attempt by the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin to remain in office beyond May 7, 2024, shall warrant nonrecognition on the part of the United States.

3/27/2024, 3:15 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1087

Bill 118 HRES 1087, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any attempt by the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin to remain in office beyond May 7, 2024, shall warrant nonrecognition on the part of the United States," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' belief that if Russian President Vladimir Putin attempts to stay in office beyond May 7, 2024, the United States should not recognize his continued presidency. This resolution is a response to concerns about potential efforts by Putin to extend his time in power beyond the constitutional limits set in Russia.

The resolution does not have the force of law, but it serves as a statement of the House of Representatives' position on this issue. It highlights the US government's stance on potential attempts by foreign leaders to circumvent term limits and consolidate power. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1087 reflects the House of Representatives' commitment to upholding democratic principles and advocating for the peaceful transfer of power in foreign countries.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1087

This resolution expresses that (1) the 2020 amendments to Russia's constitution were enacted in violation of its laws and international commitments; (2) the waiver of the presidential term limit resulting from those amendments is illegitimate; and (3) any attempt by Russian President Vladimir Putin to remain in office beyond the end of his current and final term on May 7, 2024, shall warrant nonrecognition on the part of the United States.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1087

Bill HRES 1087 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 19, 2024. Bill HRES 1087 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 19, 2024.  Bill HRES 1087's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1087

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1087

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1087

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any attempt by the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin to remain in office beyond May 7, 2024, shall warrant nonrecognition on the part of the United States.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any attempt by the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin to remain in office beyond May 7, 2024, shall warrant nonrecognition on the part of the United States.

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