To require the imposition of sanctions with respect to any foreign person that knowingly participates in the construction, maintenance, or repair of a tunnel or bridge that connects the Russian mainland with the Crimean peninsula.

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Summary of Bill HR 476

Bill 119 HR 476, also known as the "Crimean Bridge Sanctions Act," aims to impose sanctions on any foreign person who knowingly takes part in the construction, maintenance, or repair of a tunnel or bridge connecting the Russian mainland with the Crimean peninsula. The bill is a response to Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014, which has been widely condemned by the international community.

The sanctions outlined in the bill would target individuals or entities involved in the construction, maintenance, or repair of the bridge or tunnel, regardless of their nationality. These sanctions could include asset freezes, travel bans, and other restrictions aimed at deterring foreign involvement in the infrastructure projects linking Russia to Crimea.

Supporters of the bill argue that imposing sanctions on those involved in the construction of the Crimean bridge or tunnel sends a strong message to Russia that the international community does not recognize its annexation of Crimea. They believe that these sanctions will help to deter further Russian aggression in the region. Opponents of the bill may argue that sanctions could have unintended consequences, such as harming innocent workers or businesses involved in the projects. They may also question the effectiveness of sanctions in changing Russian behavior. Overall, Bill 119 HR 476 represents a bipartisan effort to hold foreign individuals and entities accountable for their involvement in the construction, maintenance, or repair of infrastructure projects connecting Russia to Crimea. The bill reflects ongoing concerns about Russia's actions in the region and seeks to deter further aggression through targeted sanctions.

Congressional Summary of HR 476

No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act

This bill requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on foreign persons that knowingly participate in the construction, maintenance, or repair of a tunnel or bridge that connects the Russian mainland with the Crimean Peninsula.

The bill provides exceptions to these sanctions in certain circumstances (such as providing humanitarian assistance or to comply with international obligations). The President may also waive such sanctions on the basis of U.S. national security interests.

Current Status of Bill HR 476

Bill HR 476 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill HR 476 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025. Bill HR 476'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

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 476

To require the imposition of sanctions with respect to any foreign person that knowingly participates in the construction, maintenance, or repair of a tunnel or bridge that connects the Russian mainland with the Crimean peninsula.