Proposal:Ban Russian Energy Imports Act

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 117th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.

Bill	S 3757
Type of Legislation	Senate Bill
Congress	117
Status	Archived — 117th Congress concluded
Source	View original on Congress.gov

Geographic Scope

National

Description

Ban Russian Energy Imports Act

This bill declares that a national emergency exists with respect to the aggression of Russia against Ukraine. During this emergency, the President must prohibit the importation of crude oil, petroleum, petroleum products, liquefied natural gas, and coal in which Russia or a Russian national has any interest. The bill exempts products that are already loaded or in transit at the time of this bill's enactment.

Bill Title

Ban Russian Energy Imports Act

Linked Goals

• Goal:Promote General Welfare

Steps

• 2022-03-03: Introduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
• 2022-03-03: Introduced in Senate
• 2022-03-07: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 302.

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.