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Sanctions for Crimea Connections: Asset Freezes and Visa Bans

This act imposes sanctions on individuals and entities knowingly involved in the construction, maintenance, or repair of a tunnel or bridge connecting Russia to Crimea. While not directly affecting US citizens, it could have indirect impacts on international relations and the economy.
Key points
Asset Blocking: Individuals and entities involved in Crimea connections may have their assets in the U.S. blocked.
Visa Restrictions: Such individuals may be denied entry to the U.S., and their existing visas could be revoked.
Sanctions Exceptions: Sanctions do not apply to humanitarian aid, sales of food or medicine, or U.S. intelligence activities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7701
Sponsor: Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
Process start date: 2024-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7701.

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 2024-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Asset Blocking: Individuals and entities involved in Crimea connections may have their assets in the U.S. blocked.
  • Visa Restrictions: Such individuals may be denied entry to the U.S., and their existing visas could be revoked.
  • Sanctions Exceptions: Sanctions do not apply to humanitarian aid, sales of food or medicine, or U.S. intelligence activities.
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. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5078-5079)

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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Security Economy