Ukraine Support and Russia Sanctions: Defending Sovereignty Act
This act aims to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities by expediting military equipment deliveries and training. It also imposes broad economic and financial sanctions on Russia, including a ban on transactions involving Russian sovereign debt and restrictions on financial institutions and the energy sector. These measures are intended to deter aggression and protect the sovereignty of Ukraine and Eastern European allies.
Key points
Expediting delivery of defense articles and security assistance to Ukraine, including weapons and training.
Imposing financial sanctions on key Russian financial institutions and prohibiting transactions involving Russian sovereign debt.
Targeting the Russian energy sector, including sanctions related to the Nord Stream 2 pipeline.
Enhancing efforts to counter Russian disinformation and supporting independent media in the region.
Deepening security and economic ties with Baltic allies.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6470
Sponsor: Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
Process start date: 2022-01-21