This bill would convert Russian sanctions currently imposed through presidential executive orders into permanent law, making them harder to remove without congressional involvement. The legislation codifies nine existing executive orders that target Russia for various actions including its invasion of Ukraine, efforts to undermine Ukrainian sovereignty, and other harmful activities. The bill affects Russian individuals and entities currently designated under these orders, who would remain sanctioned unless the President certifies to Congress that they have stopped the sanctioned activities and provide reliable assurances they won't resume them. The bill includes exceptions allowing humanitarian aid, medicine, and agricultural commodities to reach Russia, as well as permitting limited transactions for UN headquarters operations, law enforcement, and authorized intelligence activities. No specific funding is required, as the bill codifies existing sanctions rather than creating new programs.
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