H.R. 947: Non-Recognition of Russian Annexation of Ukrainian Territory Act
Codifies U.S. non-recognition of Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea, Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson oblasts. Prohibits U.S. government officials from recognizing or taking actions that imply recognition of Russian sovereignty over these territories.
Why it matters
Any peace deal that implicitly recognizes Russian sovereignty over occupied Ukrainian territories would legitimize conquest by force. This bill ensures U.S. law never allows that to happen.
- Status
- In Committee
- Chamber
- House
- Committee
- Foreign Affairs
- Sponsor
- Rep. William Keating (D-MA-9)
- Cosponsors
- 4
- Introduced
- 2025-02-04