VoterlyH.R. 6968: Ending Importation of Russian Oil Act
117th Congress · Sponsored from Texas · Became law
What this bill does
Ending Importation of Russian Oil Act This bill prohibits the importation of energy products from Russia. Specifically, the bill prohibits the importation of Russian products that are classified under chapter 27 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (which includes mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation, bituminous substances, and mineral waxes). The President may terminate this prohibition, subject to congressional disapproval, if the President certifies that Russia (1) has reached an agreement to withdraw Russian forces and cease military hostilities in Ukraine, (2) poses no immediate military threat of aggression to any North Atlantic Treaty Organization member, and (3) recognizes the right of the Ukrainian people to independently and freely choose their own government.
Key facts
- Status Became law
- Introduced 2022-03-08
- Policy area Foreign Trade and International Finance
- Cosponsors 33
- Latest action Became Public Law No: 117-109.
Sponsor
Who funds the sponsor?
Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-35] introduced H.R. 6968. On Voterly you can see their top campaign donors from public Federal Election Commission records — individuals, PACs, and industry groups (follow the money) — and compare that with how they vote.
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Campaign donations show who helps fund the sponsor's election; they are not the same as who drafted or lobbied for the bill text. Lobbying disclosures are separate public records.
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Agree or disagree with H.R. 6968? Go to the homepage to record your view and compare your stance with how your representatives vote. See Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-35]'s profile to vote on their bills and check your alignment % with the sponsor.
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Frequently asked questions
What does H.R. 6968 do?
Ending Importation of Russian Oil Act This bill prohibits the importation of energy products from Russia. Specifically, the bill prohibits the importation of Russian products that are classified under chapter 27 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (which includes mineral fuels, min…
Who sponsored H.R. 6968?
Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-35] (D) of Texas is the lead sponsor.
How do I find out who funds or lobbies for H.R. 6968?
Campaign-finance records (Federal Election Commission) show who funds the bill's sponsor. Separately, federal lobbying disclosures filed under the Lobbying Disclosure Act list the companies and lobbyists who reported lobbying on specific bills. Voterly links the sponsor's donors; lobbying records are public at the U.S. Senate and House lobbying databases.
Is H.R. 6968 now law?
Yes — the latest action indicates H.R. 6968 became law.