House Passes Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill, Sends Measure to Trump
The legislation, closely associated with Sen. Lindsey Graham, now awaits the president's signature after clearing the House.
The House of Representatives voted to approve a sweeping package of sanctions targeting Russia, sending the legislation to President Trump for his signature, according to CNBC.
The bill has been closely linked to Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., who has been a leading advocate for tougher measures against Moscow, CNBC reported.
Details of the specific provisions within the sanctions package were not fully outlined in available reporting, but the measure represents one of the most significant legislative actions on Russia policy to move through Congress recently.
With House passage secured, the bill now heads to the White House, where President Trump will decide whether to sign it into law, according to CNBC's report.
Further details on the timeline for the president's action, as well as the full scope of the sanctions, were not immediately available.
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