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Banning Russian Oil Imports: Supporting Ukraine and US Energy Security

This act prohibits the import of crude oil and petroleum products from Russia into the United States to weaken the financing of Russian aggression in Ukraine. It aims to reduce US reliance on Russian resources and promote domestic, clean energy sources, which may affect fuel prices and energy availability for citizens.
Key points
Prohibition on Russian oil imports: Effective 30 days after enactment, importing crude oil and petroleum products from Russia into the US will be banned. The President can temporarily waive this ban if it's deemed not to pose a significant risk to national security and not to unduly impact energy prices for US consumers.
Sanctions for corruption and human rights abuses: The act imposes sanctions on individuals and entities involved in Russian oil imports who have engaged in corruption or serious human rights abuses. This aims to cut off funding for those supporting the regime.
Reports and energy strategies: The US government will be required to regularly report on links between Russian energy entities and corruption/human rights abuses, and to develop a comprehensive strategy to replace Russian oil with domestic, carbon-free energy sources. This could accelerate the development of renewable energy in the US.
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Print number: 117_HR_6953
Sponsor: Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]
Process start date: 2022-03-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SPIGOT Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6953.

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:

  • Prohibition on Russian oil imports: Effective 30 days after enactment, importing crude oil and petroleum products from Russia into the US will be banned. The President can temporarily waive this ban if it's deemed not to pose a significant risk to national security and not to unduly impact energy prices for US consumers.
  • Sanctions for corruption and human rights abuses: The act imposes sanctions on individuals and entities involved in Russian oil imports who have engaged in corruption or serious human rights abuses. This aims to cut off funding for those supporting the regime.
  • Reports and energy strategies: The US government will be required to regularly report on links between Russian energy entities and corruption/human rights abuses, and to develop a comprehensive strategy to replace Russian oil with domestic, carbon-free energy sources. This could accelerate the development of renewable energy in the US.
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. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.

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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