Countering Russia’s Forced Recruitment and Kidnapping in Africa Act

This bill would require the Secretary of State, within 90 days, to create a list of foreign persons and foreign governments that take part in or help recruit people from African countries to fight for Russia in Ukraine or to work in ways that support Russia's war effort. People found to be victims of fraud, coercion, or deception would be kept off the list. The President could then impose sanctions on those listed, such as blocking their U.S. property, limiting loans and export financing, barring U.S. government contracts, and denying or revoking visas. The bill includes exceptions for humanitarian aid and allows the President to waive or end sanctions. All sanctions would end 5 years after the law is enacted.

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Sponsors

• Joe Wilson Republican sponsor
• 2 cosponsors