Bills · HR 4762
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4762International Affairs
Medical Supply Sanctions Act of 2025
INTRO JUL 25· LAST ACTION JUL 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it represents a new layer of economic sanctions against Russia in response to its ongoing military actions in Ukraine. If passed, it would directly impact Russia's healthcare sector by restricting access to a range of American-made prescription drugs and essential medical devices, such as artificial limbs, pacemakers, or specialized medications.
Voters should care because it illustrates the U.S. government's commitment to using various means, including economic pressure, to influence international conflicts. The bill could be seen as a strong statement of support for Ukraine but also raises questions about the humanitarian implications of restricting access to medical supplies, balancing geopolitical strategy with potential impacts on civilian populations.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Prohibits the export of FDA-approved drugs from the United States to the Russian Federation.
This stops U.S. pharmaceutical companies from selling many common prescription medicines and biologics to Russia.
PROVISION 02
Prohibits the export of FDA-authorized prosthetics from the United States to the Russian Federation.
This prevents U.S. companies from supplying medical devices like artificial limbs and certain implants to Russia.
PROVISION 03
The prohibition will end only when the U.S. Secretary of State certifies that Russia has ceased military operations in Ukraine and removed its forces.
This links the duration of the sanctions directly to Russia's actions in Ukraine, providing a clear condition for their removal.
PROVISION 04
Defines 'drug' as specific FDA-approved medications and 'prosthetic' as FDA-authorized medical devices that replace or improve body parts.
These definitions clarify exactly which types of medical supplies are covered by the export ban.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 25
Introduced in House
JUL 25
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4762
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 25, 2025
Last actionJul 25, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 25, 2025
House BillHR 4762International Affairs
Medical Supply Sanctions Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUL 25, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 25, 2025
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