U.S. House passes Russia and Iran sanctions bill 262-159, sends to Trump for signature
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 262-159 on September 16, 2026, to pass a sanctions package targeting Russia and Iran, sending the bill to President Donald Trump for his expected signature. The legislation, previously passed by the Senate 86-11, imposes sanctions on Russian entities and countries supporting its energy sector, extends Iran sanctions, and authorizes tariffs on major importers of Russian energy. The bill aims to pressure Russia to end its war in Ukraine.
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US House Passes Sanctions Bill Targeting Russia and Iran, Sends to Trump
On September 16, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a sanctions bill targeting Russia and Iran, sending it to President Trump for signature. The bill, titled the 'Lindsey Graham Sanctions on Russia and Iran Act of 2026,' had previously been approved by the Senate in August. According to the report from CCTV News via Cailian Press, the legislation primarily targets Russia's energy sector, aiming to reduce Russia's revenue from energy exports by taking measures against major buyers of Russian oil and natural gas. Additionally, at President Trump's request, the bill expands sanctions authority targeting funding sources for Iran's weapons and energy sectors. The bill now awaits President Trump's signature to become law.
U.S. House Passes Russia Sanctions Bill, Sends It to President Trump for Signature
On September 17, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill imposing sanctions and tariffs on Russia by a vote of 262 to 159, sending it to President Trump for his signature. The measure aims to pressure the Russian economy to compel President Putin to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The sanctions target Russian officials, companies, and financial institutions that support the war effort. The bill also authorizes the president to impose tariffs on major countries importing oil and natural gas from Russia. This tariff authority has been a key concern for many Democrats who oppose the bill, fearing it could provide Trump with new avenues to impose tariffs on countries of his choosing. Virginia Democratic Representative Don Beyer stated that the bill contains a loophole allowing the president to define any country as an enabler of sanctions evasion against Russia and impose tariffs of up to 100% without guardrails, oversight, or expiration date.
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On September 17, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill imposing sanctions and tariffs on Russia by a vote of 262 to 159. The bill now goes to President Trump for his signature. The measure aims to pressure the Russian economy to compel President Putin to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict. It targets Russian officials, companies, and financial institutions that help sustain the war effort. The bill also authorizes the president to impose tariffs on major countries importing oil and natural gas from Russia. This tariff authorization has been a sticking point for many Democrats who oppose the bill, fearing it could provide Trump with new avenues to impose tariffs on countries of his choosing. Virginia Democratic Representative Don Beyer stated: 'This bill contains a loophole that allows him to essentially define any country as an enabler of circumventing Russia sanctions. He can then impose tariffs of up to 100% on them, without any guardrails or oversight, and with no expiration date.'
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US House Passes Russia Sanctions and Tariffs Bill; Trump Expected to Sign
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill imposing sanctions and tariffs on Russia by a vote of 262 to 159. The legislation now moves to the Senate, and U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign it into law, according to the report from Jin10 Data. The bill represents a significant legislative action targeting Russia, though specific details of the sanctions and tariffs were not provided in the brief summary. The vote margin indicates bipartisan support, with 262 votes in favor and 159 against. The expected signing by President Trump would enact the measures into U.S. law, potentially impacting U.S.-Russia relations and international trade.
Read sourceUS House Majority Votes to Impose Sanctions and Tariffs on Russia, Voting Continues
According to tradealpha, a majority of members in the U.S. House of Representatives have voted in favor of imposing sanctions and tariffs on Russia, with voting still ongoing. The report indicates that the measure has already secured enough votes to pass, though the final tally is not yet complete. This legislative action targets Russia, likely in response to ongoing geopolitical tensions, and involves both punitive sanctions and trade tariffs. The outcome of the vote will have implications for U.S.-Russia relations and international trade policy.
Read sourceU.S. House Majority Votes to Impose Sanctions and Tariffs on Russia as Voting Continues
A majority of members in the U.S. House of Representatives have voted in favor of imposing sanctions and tariffs on Russia, according to a report from financial news outlet Jin10. The voting process is still ongoing at the time of the report. The measure, if passed, would represent a significant legislative action targeting Russia, though the specific details of the sanctions and tariffs, as well as the final outcome of the vote, remain pending. The report does not specify the exact vote count or the timeline for the conclusion of the voting process.
Strong House majority backs sanctions on Russia and Iran, sending bill to Trump
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 262-159 on September 16, 2026, to pass a sanctions package targeting Russia and Iran, sending the long-delayed bill to President Donald Trump, who is expected to sign it. The legislation, which the Senate passed 86-11 in August, imposes sanctions on individuals and institutions in Russia and countries supporting its defense, energy, or sanctions evasion, and extends expiring Iran sanctions. It also includes controversial tariffs on the top five importers of Russian energy and countries facilitating sanctions evasion. The GOP conference showed strong solidarity, with only seven Republicans opposing. However, 58 Democrats, including many defense hawks, voted in favor despite opposition from party leaders like Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who argued the tariff provisions could harm American consumers and give Trump excessive authority. The bill was stalled for months due to White House opposition until a deal was brokered by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.
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