H.R. 4762: Medical Supply Sanctions Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Medical Supply Sanctions Act of 2025, aims to impose restrictions on the export of certain medical supplies to the Russian Federation. Below is a summary of the main provisions of the bill:

Short Title

The bill is referred to as the Medical Supply Sanctions Act of 2025.

Prohibition on Export

The bill establishes a requirement for the President to prohibit the export of drugs and prosthetics to the Russian Federation. This prohibition is intended to remain in effect regardless of any other laws that may conflict with this action.

Definitions

To clarify the terms used in the bill:

• Drug: According to the bill, a drug is defined as any medication that has received approval from the relevant health authorities, specifically the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and may include its components.
• Prosthetic: A prosthetic is defined as a medical device that replaces or improves the function of a body part and must be approved for marketing by the Food and Drug Administration. This includes any parts or accessories associated with the prosthetic.

Termination of Prohibition

The prohibition on exporting these medical supplies will remain in effect until the Secretary of State certifies to Congress that the Russian Federation has:

• Ceased military operations in Ukraine
• Removed its military forces from Ukraine

Overall Intent

The primary goal of this legislation is to restrict access to critical medical supplies in response to ongoing military actions by Russia, specifically its operations in Ukraine. The bill reflects a broader legislative effort to use economic measures as a tool in foreign policy.

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