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Ban Russian Energy Imports: Oil, Gas, Coal

This act immediately bans the import of crude oil, petroleum products, natural gas, and coal from Russia into the United States. This aims to weaken the Russian economy in response to military actions, which may impact energy prices in the USA.
Key points
Prohibits the import of crude oil, petroleum products, liquefied natural gas, and coal from Russia.
The ban applies to all entities under U.S. jurisdiction.
Goods already in transit or loaded before the act's enactment are exempt from the prohibition.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6951
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2022-03-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ban Russian Energy Imports Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6951.

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 2022-03-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the import of crude oil, petroleum products, liquefied natural gas, and coal from Russia.
  • The ban applies to all entities under U.S. jurisdiction.
  • Goods already in transit or loaded before the act's enactment are exempt from the prohibition.
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. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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