Countering Russia’s Forced Recruitment and Kidnapping in Africa Act

Hozzl · 2026-05-15T18:08:58Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8718 Countering Russia’s Forced Recruitment and Kidnapping in Africa Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/15/2026, 6:08 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8718

H.R. 8718 of the 119th Congress, introduced on May 7, 2026, aims to impose sanctions on foreign persons and governments involved in recruiting individuals from African countries to fight in the Ukrainian war.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8718

Bill HR 8718 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 7, 2026. Bill HR 8718 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 7, 2026. Bill HR 8718's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and Oversight and Government Reform, 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 May 7, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8718

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8718

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International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8718

To impose sanctions on foreign persons and foreign governments participating in or facilitating the recruitment of foreign nationals from African countries for the purpose of fighting in the war in Ukraine.