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Crimea Annexation Non-Recognition Act
1/13/2026, 3:52 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1600
Bill 119 hr 1600, also known as the "Crimea Sovereignty Recognition Prohibition Act," aims to prevent the United States Government from acknowledging Russia's claim of sovereignty over Crimea. The bill seeks to uphold the international community's stance that Crimea is part of Ukraine and not under Russian control.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit any official recognition by the US Government of Russia's claim to Crimea. This includes not recognizing any official documents or actions taken by Russia to assert its sovereignty over the region.
The bill also includes provisions for the US Government to take actions to support Ukraine's sovereignty over Crimea. This could include providing diplomatic support, economic assistance, and other forms of aid to Ukraine in order to counter Russian aggression in the region. Overall, the goal of Bill 119 hr 1600 is to reaffirm the United States' commitment to upholding international law and supporting Ukraine's territorial integrity. By prohibiting recognition of Russia's claim to Crimea, the bill aims to send a strong message to Russia and the international community that the US stands with Ukraine in opposing Russian aggression.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit any official recognition by the US Government of Russia's claim to Crimea. This includes not recognizing any official documents or actions taken by Russia to assert its sovereignty over the region.
The bill also includes provisions for the US Government to take actions to support Ukraine's sovereignty over Crimea. This could include providing diplomatic support, economic assistance, and other forms of aid to Ukraine in order to counter Russian aggression in the region. Overall, the goal of Bill 119 hr 1600 is to reaffirm the United States' commitment to upholding international law and supporting Ukraine's territorial integrity. By prohibiting recognition of Russia's claim to Crimea, the bill aims to send a strong message to Russia and the international community that the US stands with Ukraine in opposing Russian aggression.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1600
Bill HR 1600 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2025. Bill HR 1600 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 26, 2025. Bill HR 1600's most recent activity was ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Walkinshaw asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1600, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection. as of January 8, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1600
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
31Democrat Cosponsors
23Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1600
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1600
To prohibit United States Government recognition of the Russian Federation's claim of sovereignty over Crimea, and for other purposes.
To prohibit United States Government recognition of the Russian Federation's claim of sovereignty over Crimea, and for other purposes.
Comments

Hector Payne
548
10 months ago
I'm so excited about this new bill! It's great that we're taking a stand on this issue. Can't wait to see how it all plays out.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1600
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