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

United States119th CongressS-1749Senate
Updated: May 14, 2025

Summary

This bill establishes a firm United States policy to prohibit recognition of the Russian Federation's claim of sovereignty over Crimea and any other forcibly seized Ukrainian territory, including related airspace and territorial waters. It mandates that no federal department or agency may take actions, extend nonhumanitarian assistance, or spend funds that would imply such recognition. This prohibition is a direct response to Russia's actions in Ukraine, reinforcing U.S. support for Ukrainian territorial integrity. The only exception to this policy is if the democratically elected Government of Ukraine formally recognizes any such claim, ensuring that U.S. policy remains aligned with Ukraine's sovereign decisions.

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  1. Introduced in Senate

  2. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2930)

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