Bill · H.R. 9552· House(119-HR-9552)
NOPE Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 6/30/2026
- Last activity
- 6/30/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, Oversight and Government Reform, Ways and Means, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- William Keating
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the No Oil Profits for Enemies Act of 2026, or the NOPE Act of 2026. It amends the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act to expand the review by Congress of actions relating to sanctions imposed on the Russian Federation. The bill adds Executive orders addressing the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14024 to the sanctions subject to congressional review. It also requires the review of energy-related actions, including licensing actions, relating to the application of sanctions on Russian crude oil, petroleum products, natural gas, or other energy products. This review period continues until it is certified that the Russian government has ended its war in Ukraine and committed to a just peace settlement that includes compensating Ukraine for damages. Finally, the bill provides exceptions to take action during the initial congressional review period for certain health, safety, emergency repair, environmental, or foreign economic mitigation needs regarding energy transport vessels or foreign jurisdictions outside of Russia.
Yes
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5
The bill increases legislative oversight and transparency over executive actions concerning Russian sanctions.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The bill enhances international pressure and accountability regarding the Russian Federation's actions in Ukraine.
Does this give the federal government more power?+4
The legislation increases congressional oversight and review powers regarding executive branch sanctions actions.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Congressional Oversight of Russia Sanctions: Section 2(a) expands the sanctions subject to review by Congress to include any Executive order addressing the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14024. This holds officials accountable by giving Congress a direct review role over these specific executive actions regarding harmful foreign activities of the Russian government.
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Oversight of Russian Energy Sanctions: Section 2(b) adds a review process for actions and licensing related to sanctions on Russian crude oil, petroleum products, natural gas, and other energy products. This provision keeps congressional review in place until the Secretary of State, along with other specified secretaries and the Director of National Intelligence, certifies that Russia has ended its war in Ukraine and credibly committed to a just peace settlement that includes compensating Ukraine for war damages.
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Exceptions for Critical Safety and Emergencies: Section 2(c) creates exceptions allowing actions during the initial congressional review period if the energy products are used for the health or safety of an energy transport vessel's crew, for emergency repairs or environmental protection relating to an energy transport vessel, or to address an urgent need to mitigate an economic impact in a foreign jurisdiction other than Russia.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Burdens on Executive Actions and Licensing: Section 2(b) places a lengthy review period on energy-related actions and licensing regarding Russian crude oil, petroleum products, natural gas, and other energy products. This restriction lasts until multiple high-ranking officials certify that Russia has ended the war in Ukraine and agreed to compensate Ukraine for war damages, which could create administrative hurdles or delays for officials handling these specific energy actions.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Increases Federal Power+4
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5
- 6/30/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, Oversight and Government Reform, Ways and Means, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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James MoylanRepublican · Guam