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Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2025
2/13/2025, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 475
Bill 119 HR 475, also known as the "Zaporzhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Sanctions Act," aims to authorize the imposition of sanctions on any foreign person who poses a threat to the integrity or safety of the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine. The Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant is one of the largest nuclear power plants in Europe and plays a crucial role in providing energy to Ukraine.
The bill seeks to protect the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant from any potential threats that could endanger its operations or safety. By imposing sanctions on foreign individuals or entities that pose a risk to the plant, the United States aims to deter any actions that could potentially lead to a nuclear disaster or other catastrophic events.
The sanctions authorized by this bill could include financial penalties, travel restrictions, and other measures aimed at holding accountable those who endanger the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant. This legislation underscores the importance of safeguarding critical infrastructure and ensuring the safety and security of nuclear facilities around the world. Overall, Bill 119 HR 475 highlights the United States' commitment to protecting nuclear power plants and preventing any actions that could jeopardize their integrity or safety. It serves as a proactive measure to address potential threats and mitigate risks to the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine.
The bill seeks to protect the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant from any potential threats that could endanger its operations or safety. By imposing sanctions on foreign individuals or entities that pose a risk to the plant, the United States aims to deter any actions that could potentially lead to a nuclear disaster or other catastrophic events.
The sanctions authorized by this bill could include financial penalties, travel restrictions, and other measures aimed at holding accountable those who endanger the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant. This legislation underscores the importance of safeguarding critical infrastructure and ensuring the safety and security of nuclear facilities around the world. Overall, Bill 119 HR 475 highlights the United States' commitment to protecting nuclear power plants and preventing any actions that could jeopardize their integrity or safety. It serves as a proactive measure to address potential threats and mitigate risks to the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine.
Congressional Summary of HR 475
Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act of 2025
This bill requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on foreign persons who endanger the integrity or safety of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine or who undermine Ukrainian operational control of the power plant. The bill provides certain exceptions to such sanctions (1) to comply with international obligations, (2) to provide humanitarian assistance, or (3) for those seeking to reestablish Ukrainian operational control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.
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Current Status of Bill HR 475
Bill HR 475 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill HR 475 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025. Bill HR 475's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 16, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 475
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
27Democrat Cosponsors
27Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 475
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 475
To authorize the imposition of sanctions with respect to any foreign person endangering the integrity or safety of the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant.
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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