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Encouraging Russian Officials to Abandon War, Expedited Refugee Status in US

The U.S. House of Representatives supports a policy encouraging Russian officials to oppose the war in Ukraine. Officials who defect may receive expedited refugee status in the United States, provided they pass all security checks. This aims to weaken support for the war and offer a safe haven for those opposing the regime.
Key points
U.S. policy aims to encourage Russian government officials to abandon support for the war in Ukraine.
Defecting Russian officials may receive expedited refugee admission to the U.S. after security vetting.
The goal is to weaken the regime and provide safety for those opposing the war.
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Print number: 117_HRES_989
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Process start date: 2022-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that United States policy should encourage Russian Government officials, including diplomats, to abandon Putin's war with Ukraine, and that Russian officials who defect should be granted expedited admission to the United States as refugees if they clear all applicable vetting and security procedures.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_989.

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 2022-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • U.S. policy aims to encourage Russian government officials to abandon support for the war in Ukraine.
  • Defecting Russian officials may receive expedited refugee admission to the U.S. after security vetting.
  • The goal is to weaken the regime and provide safety for those opposing the war.
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. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2].

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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