# US House considers Graham sanctions bill after Senate win > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-russia-sanctions-bill-debate > Updated: 2026-08-30T17:43:29.000Z. Sources: 303. Developments: 11. In late July and early August 2026, the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 progressed through the U.S. Congress. Following advocacy from lawmakers like Representative Mike Turner, the U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan bill with an 86-11 vote. The legislation, co-sponsored by Senator Richard Blumenthal, targets Russia’s war economy by imposing sanctions on officials, oligarchs, and the maritime “shadow fleet,” while also banning Russian uranium imports. It authorizes President Donald Trump to levy tariffs of up to 500% on certain Russian imports and up to 100% on the five largest importers of Russian oil or gas—including China and India—or any five countries assisting in sanctions evasion. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen praised the Senate’s decision, noting it complements the EU’s 21st sanctions package. While Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended the Senate vote to show support, India’s Ministry of External Affairs stated it is monitoring the proposal due to potential impacts on energy security. On August 30, Senator Blumenthal urged the House of Representatives to pass the act, describing the situation as a “moment of extreme urgency.” He emphasized that the sanctions could undermine Russia’s ability to fund its military machine. While the bill enjoys strong Republican support, some Democrats have expressed concerns regarding the breadth of presidential authority to impose tariffs. To mitigate impact, the bill provides exceptions for countries that import less than 15% of their natural gas from Russia and are actively working to reduce those imports. President Zelenskyy has reportedly agreed to lobby House members to ensure the legislation's passage. ## Claims - The US Senate passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 with a vote of 86-11. (disputed by 51 sources) - The legislation permits tariffs of up to 500 % on Russian imports. (disputed by 31 sources) - The Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 was advanced overwhelmingly by the Senate with a vote of 86 to 12. (disputed by 12 sources) - The bill authorises the president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on goods from the top five importers of Russian oil and gas. (corroborated by 51 sources) - The bill proceeds to the US House of Representatives for consideration. (corroborated by 45 sources) - The legislation includes primary and secondary sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, banks and the shadow fleet. (corroborated by 44 sources) - The legislation gives President Donald Trump authority to impose, adjust, or suspend the tariffs and sanctions. (corroborated by 43 sources) - The bill extends US sanctions on Iran’s energy and weapons sectors until 2031. (corroborated by 42 sources) - The bill permits waivers for countries that import less than 15 % of Russia’s total natural‑gas exports and are reducing those imports. (corroborated by 34 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-30: Senator Blumenthal urges House to pass Russia sanctions bill Senator Richard Blumenthal is calling on the U.S. House to pass a major sanctions bill against Russia to disrupt its war funding, following its wide bipartisan approval in the Senate. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senator-blumenthal-urges-house-to-pass-russia-sanctions-bill ### 2026-08-26: US Senator pushes for sweeping Russia sanctions bill US Senator Richard Blumenthal is pushing for a “sledgehammer” sanctions bill against Russia to pass the House, aiming to curb Moscow's war funding via high tariffs on Russian oil and gas buyers. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-senator-pushes-for-sweeping-russia-sanctions-bill ### 2026-08-11: US House introduces bipartisan bill to expand sanctions on Russia U.S. lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan House bill identical to a Senate package to impose sweeping sanctions on Russia’s energy and financial sectors, including tariffs up to 500% on Russian imports. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-house-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-expand-sanctions-on-russia ### 2026-08-07: Ursula von der Leyen welcomes US Senate approval of Graham sanctions EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen praised the US Senate’s 86‑11 approval of the Graham Bill, new sanctions on Russia’s energy sector that complement the EU’s 21st package, pending House vote in September 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ursula-von-der-leyen-welcomes-us-senate-approval-of-graham-sanctions ### 2026-08-05: US Senate passes Lindsey Graham Act to sanction Russia and Iran The US Senate passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (86-11), authorizing tariffs up to 100% on major Russian energy buyers like China and India to curb war funding. 193 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/russian-hacking-group-laundry-bear-exploits-zimbra-flaw-to-steal-emails-without-clicks ### 2026-08-02: Rep. Mike Turner urges tougher Russia sanctions and more Iran briefings for Congress Rep. Mike Turner urged a new Russia sanctions bill as a Lindsey Graham legacy and called for more congressional briefings on Iran’s nuclear program and the Straits of Hormuz. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rep-mike-turner-urges-tougher-russia-sanctions-and-more-iran-briefings-for-congress ### 2026-08-02: US Senate Sanctions Bill Targets Russia, Raises Tensions with EU Allies The US Senate is considering a sanctions bill that could levy 100 % tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, potentially targeting EU allies, while Russia says it remains open to negotiations with Ukraine. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-senate-sanctions-bill-targets-russia-raises-tensions-with-eu-allies ### 2026-07-30: US Senate advances Lindsey Graham Russia sanctions bill, targeting buyers of Russian oil The US Senate passed the Lindsey Graham sanctions bill 86‑12, giving Trump authority to impose up to 100 % tariffs on top buyers of Russian oil, including China and India, and adding Iran provisions; the bill, 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-senate-advances-lindsey-graham-sanctions-bill-giving-trump-sweeping-tariff-powers ### 2026-07-28: Lindsey Graham Russia‑Iran Sanctions Bill Advances in US Senate The US Senate passed an 86‑12 procedural vote on the Lindsey Graham Russia‑Iran sanctions bill, imposing sanctions on Russian entities, extending Iran sanctions, and giving Trump authority for up to 100% and 5‑ 98 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-senate-approves-sanctions-bill-targeting-russia-and-iran ### 2026-07-25: US sanctions bill against Russia hits congressional roadblock US lawmakers face a showdown as a broad sanctions package against Russia, championed in memory of Sen. Lindsey Graham, encounters unexpected resistance, while a $95 billion budget fuels operations against Iran, 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-sanctions-bill-against-russia-hits-congressional-roadblock ### 2026-07-17: US Senate Advances Bipartisan Bill to Expand Sanctions on Russia A bipartisan US Senate bill, backed by over 60 co‑sponsors, aims to widen sanctions on Russian officials, banks and energy projects, and impose 100% tariffs on top energy buyers, pending House approval. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-senate-advances-bipartisan-bill-to-expand-sanctions-on-russia --- Cite as: US House considers Graham sanctions bill after Senate win. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/us-russia-sanctions-bill-debate