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US House: Putin's Post-2024 Presidency Will Not Be Recognized

The U.S. House of Representatives states that any attempt by Vladimir Putin to remain in office beyond May 7, 2024, will not be recognized by the United States. Citizens should be aware that this signals a lack of acceptance for Russian constitutional changes allowing Putin further terms, potentially impacting international relations.
Key points
The United States will not recognize Vladimir Putin as the legitimate President of Russia after May 7, 2024.
The 2020 Russian constitutional amendments, which waived Putin's term limit, are deemed illegitimate and in violation of international commitments.
The resolution emphasizes that human rights and democracy issues in Russia are an international concern, not solely internal.
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Print number: 117_HRES_806
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2021-11-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any attempt by the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin to remain in office beyond May 7, 2024, shall warrant nonrecognition on the part of the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_806.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The United States will not recognize Vladimir Putin as the legitimate President of Russia after May 7, 2024.
  • The 2020 Russian constitutional amendments, which waived Putin's term limit, are deemed illegitimate and in violation of international commitments.
  • The resolution emphasizes that human rights and democracy issues in Russia are an international concern, not solely internal.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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