Crimea Annexation Non-Recognition Act

Sponsor: Gerald E. Connolly (Democratic-VA)February 26, 2025

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ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Walkinshaw asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1600, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

Blocks U.S. government agencies from recognizing Russia's claim over Crimea.

This bill would make it a clear rule that no U.S. government agency can act as if Russia owns Crimea, its airspace, or its waters. It aims to put the current U.S. policy into law, preventing any actions that might suggest otherwise.

What Would Change

Today, the United States has a policy of not recognizing Russia's claim of sovereignty over Crimea. This bill would make that policy a formal law. It would specifically stop any federal department or agency from taking actions or giving assistance that implies Russia's control over Crimea, its airspace, or its waters.

Key Provisions

Blocks all federal government agencies from acting as if Russia controls Crimea, its airspace, or its waters.

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Crimea Annexation Non-Recognition Act

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