This legislation establishes a clear and unequivocal United States policy regarding the Russian Federation's claim of sovereignty over Crimea, its airspace, and territorial waters. The bill explicitly states that the U.S. Government will not recognize Russia's asserted control over these territories. Furthermore, it prohibits any Federal department or agency from engaging in actions or providing assistance that could be interpreted as implying recognition of Russia's sovereignty. This measure aims to codify the long-standing U.S. position against the annexation of Crimea by the Russian Federation, reinforcing the principle of territorial integrity.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Walkinshaw asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1600, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Walkinshaw asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1600, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
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Crimea Annexation Non-Recognition Act
USA119th CongressHR-1600| House
| Updated: 1/8/2026
This legislation establishes a clear and unequivocal United States policy regarding the Russian Federation's claim of sovereignty over Crimea, its airspace, and territorial waters. The bill explicitly states that the U.S. Government will not recognize Russia's asserted control over these territories. Furthermore, it prohibits any Federal department or agency from engaging in actions or providing assistance that could be interpreted as implying recognition of Russia's sovereignty. This measure aims to codify the long-standing U.S. position against the annexation of Crimea by the Russian Federation, reinforcing the principle of territorial integrity.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Walkinshaw asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1600, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Walkinshaw asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1600, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.