Strengthening Sanctions and Oversight for Human Rights Abuses in Ukraine.
This Act increases Congressional oversight over the imposition of sanctions on individuals responsible for human rights violations in Ukraine. It mandates the State Department to collect and publish detailed reports on Russian atrocities, including the use of filtration camps, forced child adoptions, and sexual violence. The goal is to hold perpetrators accountable through economic sanctions and diplomatic efforts.
Key points
The US President must respond quickly to Congressional requests regarding imposing sanctions on specific human rights abusers in Ukraine.
Requirement for detailed reporting on war crimes, including the number of children and adults held in Russian filtration camps.
Strengthening US diplomatic efforts to prosecute and sanction individuals responsible for violence, including the use of rape as a weapon of war.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1320
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-04-26