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Congress Advances Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act
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Key points
- H.R. 5334, titled the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, is advancing through Congress.
- Official records from GovInfo confirm the measure has reached the Engrossed Amendment Senate status.
- The proposed legislation aims to strengthen economic sanctions against Russia and Iran to support U.S. national security.
NewsWK — Federal legislative updates published by GovInfo indicate that Congress is moving forward with measures designed to impose heightened economic sanctions on foreign adversaries.
Legislative Action on Foreign Adversaries
The legislation, designated as H.R. 5334 and formally titled the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, has entered the Engrossed Amendment Senate stage. According to records maintained by GovInfo, the bill targets key economic sectors in both Russia and Iran as part of broader national security efforts.
National security advocates and conservative lawmakers have long emphasized the importance of firm foreign policy measures, arguing that strict sanctions are necessary to protect American strategic interests, deter hostile foreign regimes, and maintain global stability without unnecessary overseas entanglements.
Based on reporting originally published by GovInfo (U.S. GPO). Read the original story.
