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US SB2978
Bill
AI Summary
- Secretary of State must certify within 60 days whether kidnapped Ukrainian children have been reunited with families and Russia has ceased attacks on European civilian infrastructure and Ukrainian civilians
- Mandatory designation of Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism if certification requirements are not met, triggering sanctions under the Arms Export Control Act, Foreign Assistance Act, and National Defense Authorization Act
- At least 648 Ukrainian children killed, 2,047 wounded, and 19,546 kidnapped or deported since February 2022 invasion according to Ukrainian government estimates
- Designation may be rescinded only after Russia demonstrates 3 months without supporting terrorism, provides future assurances, and all children are reunited with families
- Blocked Russian sovereign assets are protected from attachment to satisfy terrorism-related judgments against Russia, though victims retain rights to seek compensation from other sources
Legislative Description
Designating the Russian Federation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism Act
International affairs
Last Action
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 246.
10/30/2025
Committee Referrals
Foreign Relations10/7/2025
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