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Congressional Oversight of Russian Sanctions: Increased Transparency in Decisions.

This act enhances congressional oversight of sanctions imposed on Russia. This means citizens can expect greater transparency in the sanctions decision-making process, as Congress will be able to request explanations from the President regarding who is sanctioned and why. The aim is to ensure that sanctions decisions are made responsibly and lawfully.
Key points
Congress gains the right to request information from the President about individuals and entities subject to sanctions against Russia.
The President must respond within 60 days to a congressional inquiry, explaining whether a person meets the criteria for sanctions and if sanctions have been or are planned to be imposed.
The act covers sanctions related to harmful activities of the Russian government and energy export pipelines.
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Print number: 118_HR_1357
Sponsor: Rep. Meuser, Daniel [R-PA-9]
Process start date: 2023-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Congressional Oversight of Russian Sanctions Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1357.

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 2023-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congress gains the right to request information from the President about individuals and entities subject to sanctions against Russia.
  • The President must respond within 60 days to a congressional inquiry, explaining whether a person meets the criteria for sanctions and if sanctions have been or are planned to be imposed.
  • The act covers sanctions related to harmful activities of the Russian government and energy export pipelines.
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. Meuser, Daniel [R-PA-9].

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 2025-12-24.

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