The BLOCK PUTIN Act would impose sanctions on senior Hungarian government officials who obstruct financial or security assistance to Ukraine or facilitate Russian energy imports. The bill targets individuals through asset freezes and visa revocations, with the President required to impose these sanctions within 30 days of enactment and every 180 days thereafter. However, sanctions would not apply if Hungary adopts a binding plan to end Russian energy dependence by 2028 and stops blocking Ukraine aid for at least 180 days continuously. The legislation also requires the Treasury and State Departments to report within 30 days on any U.S. government licenses or approvals that may have facilitated Hungarian purchases of Russian oil and gas since October 2025. The sanctions regime would terminate once Hungary meets both conditions and the Secretary of State certifies compliance to Congress.
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