S. 1749: No United States Recognition of Russian Sovereignty Over Crimea or Any Other Forcibly Seized Ukrainian Territory

This bill, titled "No United States Recognition of Russian Sovereignty Over Crimea or Any Other Forcibly Seized Ukrainian Territory," aims to establish the official stance of the United States regarding the territorial claims made by Russia over Crimea and other territories in Ukraine that have been taken by force. The bill outlines the following key points:

Policy Statement

The bill states that it is the policy of the United States to not recognize any claims of sovereignty by the Russian Federation over Crimea and any other Ukrainian territories that have been forcibly seized. This includes claims over related airspace and territorial waters.

Prohibitions on Federal Actions

To enforce this policy, the bill prohibits any federal department or agency from taking actions or extending any nonhumanitarian assistance that implies or suggests recognition of Russia’s sovereignty claims over Crimea or other seized territories. Furthermore, it specifies that no federal funds may be used for actions that would recognize those claims unless such recognition is formally supported by the democratically elected Government of Ukraine.

Scope of the Bill

The bill emphasizes the importance of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, aligning U.S. policy with international norms that oppose the use of force to acquire territory. This reflects a commitment to support Ukraine in maintaining control over its borders against military aggression.

Impact and Implementation

If passed, this legislation would formally codify the U.S. government's current policies regarding Russia's claims over Crimea and may influence diplomatic relations and negotiations pertaining to the region. It aims to ensure that U.S. actions are consistent with its stated policy of non-recognition of illegal territorial seizures.

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