Defending Ukraine’s Territorial Integrity Act

The Defending Ukraine's Territorial Integrity Act would establish a clear U.S. policy position against recognizing Russian sovereignty over any Ukrainian territory, including Crimea and other regions occupied or controlled by Russian forces. The bill would prevent the federal government from providing assistance to any foreign country that recognizes Russian-claimed territories or takes steps to support Russian annexation of Ukrainian land. The legislation would also require the Secretary of State to maintain and publish a list of countries that have recognized Russian territorial claims, with limited exceptions available only when the Secretary determines it serves U.S. national interests and reports that determination to Congress. This bill has passed the House and now requires approval from the Senate before it could become law.