A resolution calling for a prompt multinational freedom of navigation operation in the Black Sea and urging the cancellation of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jan 2, 2019)
This resolution urges the President to work with allies to lead a multinational freedom of navigation operation in the Black Sea to push back against excessive Russian claims of sovereignty. It also calls for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization to enhance allied maritime presence and capabilities in the Black Sea and for European governments to cancel the Nord Stream 2 pipeline due to its threat to European energy security. The resolution also urges the President to provide additional security assistance to Ukraine and states that the President is required by statute to impose mandatory sanctions on Russia.
What just happenedJan 2, 2019
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8061)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateJan 2, 2019
- Jan 2, 2019IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8061)
Foreign Relations Committee - Jan 2, 2019IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate