S. 5025
SenateLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026
The bill has been introduced and is awaiting committee action.
In brief
The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 mandates that the President impose visa and property-blocking sanctions on the Russian president, military commanders, and foreign entities supplying Russia’s defense sector. The bill raises import duties on all Russian goods up to 500% and imposes 100% tariffs on countries that remain top importers of Russian oil and gas. Additionally, it bans U.S. persons from purchasing Russian sovereign debt, prohibits the export of U.S. energy products to Russia, and blocks Russian government-owned securities from trading on U.S. exchanges. Introduced by Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), the legislation is currently referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Timeline
Every recorded action, oldest first.
August 9, 2026 · Senate
Introduced
The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 expands U.S. economic sanctions against Russia. It was the tenth most-viewed bill for the week of August 9, 2026.
Next: Referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.
SourceSeptember 20, 2026 · Senate
Introduced
This bill targeting Russia for sanctions was among the top viewed bills for the week ending September 20, 2026.
Next: Referred to committee.
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