House · HR 2913 · 119th Congress
Ukraine Support Act
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Summary
This bill sets up new ways for the U.S. to support Ukraine against Russia's ongoing war. It revives the president's power to lend weapons to Ukraine, creates a fund to help rebuild Ukraine, and orders heavy penalties on Russia if the president finds Russia is still waging war or blocking peace talks.
In Favor
Russia's invasion has caused massive harm to Ukrainian civilians and destabilized global security. This bill gives the president powerful tools to pressure Russia, including 500% tariffs and broad financial penalties. Those penalties only kick in after a formal review, so they are tied directly to Russia's actions on the battlefield.
Against
The bill's automatic penalty triggers limit the president's flexibility in managing a fast-changing conflict. A 500% tariff on Russian goods could raise costs for U.S. businesses that still rely on Russian materials. Broad sanctions on Russian energy firms may also disrupt global oil markets, raising prices for ordinary Americans.
Additional Considerations
Purpose & Problem
Is the problem real and worth federal action?
The bill aims to support Ukraine against Russia's ongoing invasion by providing military aid, diplomatic tools, and economic penalties to pressure Russia toward peace or accountability.
Scope & Related Provisions
Does it stay focused, or carry unrelated add-ons?
Most parts of the bill focus on Ukraine aid and Russia penalties. Sections 313(f), 313(g), and 313(h) require the Departments of Commerce, State, and Defense to develop strategies to stop Iran from acquiring drone-related technologies, which is a separate country and topic.
Who Is Affected
Who benefits, and who bears the cost?
Ukraine receives military equipment, reconstruction funds, and insurance support. Baltic countries receive military capacity-building funds. Russian officials, financial institutions, and energy companies face sanctions. U.S. businesses face new export control duties and compliance requirements.
Cost & Funding
Is it affordable and responsibly funded?
The bill authorizes $250,000,000 for Radio Free Europe for fiscal year 2026. It authorizes $30,000,000 per year from 2025 through 2029 for nuclear energy cooperation. It authorizes $300,000,000 per year for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for Ukraine security assistance. It allows up to $8,000,000,000 in direct loans for Ukraine and NATO allies.
Risks & Implementation
What could go wrong in practice?
The bill requires the President to make a war-aggression determination every 90 days, and many sanctions depend on that finding. Delays or disagreements in making that determination could slow or block the bill's penalties from taking effect.
Major Provisions by Title
TITLE I--DIPLOMACY AND SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE
This title makes formal congressional statements supporting Ukraine, condemning Russian actions, and reaffirming NATO commitments. It also creates new programs and positions, including a Special Coordinator for Ukrainian Reconstruction, a war risk insurance initiative for ships trading with Ukraine, a Ukraine Reconstruction Trust Fund, and expanded funding for Radio Free Europe. It also directs the State Department to develop a strategy for countering Russian influence in European nuclear energy.
TITLE II--SECURITY ASSISTANCE
This title extends the U.S. lend-lease program for Ukraine through 2028 and allows up to $8 billion in direct loans for Ukraine and NATO allies to buy military equipment. It also provides funding to strengthen the militaries of Baltic countries and extends a Ukraine security assistance program through 2027. Several reporting requirements are added so Congress can track allied contributions, U.S. weapons transfers, and intelligence cooperation with Ukraine.
TITLE III--SANCTIONS AND EXPORT CONTROLS Off-Topic
This title sets up a system of sanctions, tariffs, and export controls against Russia if the President finds Russia is waging war on Ukraine or breaking a peace deal. It targets Russian banks, oil companies, government officials, and others supporting the war effort, and blocks their assets, revokes visas, and imposes 500 percent tariffs on Russian goods. Congress must review and approve any move by the President to lift these sanctions.
Sections 313(f), (g), and (h) require the Departments of Commerce, State, and Defense to develop strategies and military options to prevent Iran from acquiring technologies used in drone production.
For the actual bill text, see congress.gov.
AI-generated · Published 7/25/2026