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Act to Designate Wagner Group as Foreign Terrorist Organization

This act aims to officially designate the Russian Wagner Group as a foreign terrorist organization. This means the United States can apply stricter sanctions and legal measures against it, potentially impacting global security and stability. While the direct impact on citizens' daily lives is limited, it strengthens US policy in combating terrorism and protecting national interests.
Key points
Mandates the U.S. Secretary of State to officially designate the Wagner Group as a foreign terrorist organization within 90 days.
Enables the application of sanctions against the Wagner Group and its affiliated entities, potentially limiting their global operations.
Requires annual reports on the international activities of the Wagner Group, increasing transparency and oversight.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_506
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2023-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HARM Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_506.

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 2023-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates the U.S. Secretary of State to officially designate the Wagner Group as a foreign terrorist organization within 90 days.
  • Enables the application of sanctions against the Wagner Group and its affiliated entities, potentially limiting their global operations.
  • Requires annual reports on the international activities of the Wagner Group, increasing transparency and oversight.
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. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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