Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6856) to impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.

This resolution was introduced by Representative Fitzpatrick and immediately referred to the House Committee on Rules. This committee typically crafts the rules for how bills will be debated and voted on by the full House. For this resolution to proceed, it must first be approved by the Rules Committee, then voted on by the full House. As a House Resolution, it does not go to the Senate or the President to become law.

If passed, this resolution would clear the way for the House to quickly consider H.R. 6856, the underlying bill concerning sanctions on Russia. It would limit the amount of time members can debate H.R. 6856 and prevent certain procedural objections. It also allows for a specific amendment proposed by Representative Fitzpatrick to be automatically included in H.R. 6856 before the final vote.

Those in favor would likely stress the importance of moving quickly on measures concerning Russia and ensuring a structured debate. Opponents may express concerns that limiting debate time and pre-approving amendments reduces legislative flexibility and the ability for full deliberation on such an important issue.