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Ban on Russian Product Imports: New Trade Sanctions

This act prohibits the import of specific products from Russia into the United States, potentially affecting the availability and prices of certain goods. The President can temporarily waive or permanently terminate this ban, but congressional approval is required. The aim is to exert pressure on Russia regarding its military actions in Ukraine.
Key points
Starting 15 days after enactment, imports of selected Russian products into the U.S. will be banned.
The President can waive the ban if deemed in national interest, but Congress can disapprove.
Full termination of the ban is possible if Russia withdraws from Ukraine, ceases hostilities, and recognizes Ukraine's right to self-determination, subject to congressional disapproval.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8120
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-20]
Process start date: 2022-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Trade Sanctions on Russia Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8120.

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 2022-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Starting 15 days after enactment, imports of selected Russian products into the U.S. will be banned.
  • The President can waive the ban if deemed in national interest, but Congress can disapprove.
  • Full termination of the ban is possible if Russia withdraws from Ukraine, ceases hostilities, and recognizes Ukraine's right to self-determination, subject to congressional disapproval.
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. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Economy