Bill · S.Res. 488· Senate(119-SRES-488)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the European Union's actions to diversify from Russian energy sources.
- Introduced
- 11/6/2025
- Last activity
- 11/6/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Jeanne Shaheen
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 6
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
S. Res. 488 expresses the Senate's position on the European Union's efforts to stop relying on Russian energy sources. It welcomes the EU's commitment to end its dependence on Russian fossil fuels to deny revenue for Russia's war in Ukraine. The resolution supports sanctions against companies like Rosneft and Lukoil and encourages further coordinated action with the G7, UK, and EU. It specifically expresses concern over Hungary's lack of progress in reducing its dependence on Russian energy. Finally, it affirms bipartisan opposition to the Nord Stream I and II pipelines.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+7
Encourages coordinated action between the U.S., G7, EU, and UK to apply sanctions on Russia.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
Urges EU member states and partners to align with strategic energy goals to weaken an aggressor state.
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?+4
Specifically seeks to end dependence on Russian oil and gas.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-4
Companies dealing with Rosneft and Lukoil face risks of secondary sanctions.
Does this make trade with other countries easier?-3
Imposes restrictions and sanctions on specific energy trade with Russia and related entities.
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?-2
Reducing energy supply through sanctions can potentially lead to short-term price volatility.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Reducing funding for war: The resolution supports denying Vladimir Putin a critical source of revenue to fund the war campaign in Ukraine by ending dependence on Russian fossil fuels. (Resolved section 1)
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Coordinated international pressure: The resolution encourages coordinated action among the U.S., G7, EU, and UK to apply more sanctions on Russian energy sources. (Resolved section 3)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Risk of secondary sanctions: The resolution warns allies and partners that they should end contracts with Rosneft and Lukoil to avoid potential exposure to secondary sanctions. (Resolved section 2)
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+7Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Improves International Trade-3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Fossil Fuel Production+4Increases Renewable Energy Investment+3Reduces Carbon Emissions+2Reduces Gas Prices-2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners-4
- 11/6/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- 11 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Michael BennetDemocrat · Colorado
John CornynRepublican · Texas
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
John CurtisRepublican · Utah
Chuck GrassleyRepublican · Iowa
Timothy KaineDemocrat · Virginia
Mitch McConnellRepublican · Kentucky
Jacky RosenDemocrat · Nevada
Thomas TillisRepublican · North Carolina
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland
Roger WickerRepublican · Mississippi