This bill, introduced in May 2025, establishes a formal U.S. policy refusing to recognize Russian claims of sovereignty over Crimea or any other Ukrainian territory seized by force. The legislation prohibits all federal departments and agencies from taking actions, providing non-humanitarian assistance, or spending funds in ways that would imply acceptance of Russian territorial claims unless Ukraine's democratically elected government formally recognizes such claims. The bill essentially codifies a hard line on territorial integrity, preventing any U.S. government activity that could be interpreted as legitimizing Russian control over Ukrainian lands. The measure was introduced by Senator Durbin and co-sponsored by Senators Merkley and Bennet, and it was referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations for consideration.
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