To impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.

House Bill

H.R. 6856

119th Congress

To impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.

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Introduced:Dec 18, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Brian Fitzpatrick

R - PA

Cosponsors

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Summary

This bill would establish automatic penalties against Russia if it refuses to negotiate peace with Ukraine, breaks any peace agreement, or launches another invasion. The sanctions would target Russian officials, financial institutions, and key industries to pressure the Kremlin toward peaceful resolution of the conflict. It represents Congress's effort to use economic leverage to end the ongoing war and prevent future Russian aggression.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, Ways and Means, Oversight and Government Reform, Energy and Commerce, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Introduced12/18/2025

StatusReferred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Fi

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To impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.

This bill would establish automatic penalties against Russia if it refuses to negotiate peace with Ukraine, breaks any peace agreement, or launches another invasion. The sanctions would target Russian officials, financial institutions, and key industries to pr

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This bill would establish automatic penalties against Russia if it refuses to negotiate peace with Ukraine, breaks any peace agreement, or launches another invasion. The sanctions would target Russian officials, financial institutions, and key industries to pressure the Kremlin toward peaceful resolution of the conflict. It represents Congress's effort to use economic leverage to end the ongoing war and prevent future Russian aggression.

Bill Number: 6856
Introduced: 12/18/2025
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Fi

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Title: To impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 6856
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Fi
Introduced: 12/18/2025
Summary: This bill would establish automatic penalties against Russia if it refuses to negotiate peace with Ukraine, breaks any peace agreement, or launches another invasion. The sanctions would target Russian officials, financial institutions, and key industries to pressure the Kremlin toward peaceful resol

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would establish automatic penalties against Russia if it refuses to negotiate peace with Ukraine, breaks any peace agreement, or launches another invasion. The sanctions would target Russian officials, financial institutions, and key industries to pressure the Kremlin toward peaceful resolution of the conflict. It represents Congress's effort to use economic leverage to end the ongoing war and prevent future Russian aggression.

Last updated: 3/2/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Triggers sanctions against Russia for three specific actions: refusing peace negotiations with Ukraine, violating any peace deal, or starting another military invasion
Would impose financial penalties on Russian government officials, banks, and strategic industries to economically pressure the regime
Involves seven different Congressional committees, indicating comprehensive measures spanning foreign policy, finance, commerce, and judicial matters
Aims to provide a clear framework for holding Russia accountable while incentivizing diplomatic solutions to the Ukraine conflict
Could affect U.S.-Russia economic relations and potentially impact global markets depending on the scope of sanctions implemented

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This legislation would primarily affect U.S. foreign policy and economic relations with Russia, potentially influencing global energy markets and supply chains if broad sanctions are imposed. Americans could see indirect effects through changes in international trade, energy prices, and geopolitical stability. The bill also signals Congressional commitment to supporting Ukraine, which could shape future U.S. military aid and diplomatic efforts in the region.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

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federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

6856, 119th Congress (2025). "To impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-6856

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