Bill · S.Res. 549· Senate(119-SRES-549)
A resolution urging the Trump Administration to seize shadow fleet vessels transporting sanctioned oil from the Russian Federation.
- Introduced
- 12/17/2025
- Last activity
- 12/17/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Lindsey Graham
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- 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
This resolution urges the Trump Administration to seize shadow fleet ships that transport sanctioned oil from the Russian Federation. It points out that oil sales generate revenue that helps Russia fund its war in Ukraine despite existing sanctions and price caps. The text notes that Russia uses a shadow fleet of at least 561 ships to carry a large majority of its crude exports. It also highlights that the United States Government has previously seized shadow fleet vessels carrying sanctioned oil from other countries like Iran. Ultimately, the Senate calls on the administration and international allies to seize these vessels because their proceeds partly benefit designated foreign terrorist organizations and undermine United States national security interests.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+6
The resolution calls on international allies and partners to coordinate on seizing shadow fleet vessels, reinforcing cooperative enforcement of sanctions.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
It encourages unified international pressure and actions against Russian sanctions evasion.
Does this give the federal government more power?+4
The resolution encourages executive branch actions regarding the seizure of vessels under inherent constitutional and statutory authorities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Strengthening National Security: The resolution states that transporting sanctioned oil from Russia undermines United States national security interests, and addressing this through seizures is a lawful and appropriate measure (Resolved clauses (1) and (3)). This could be seen as positive for the safety and security of the public.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text of the resolution does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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+6Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+4
- 12/17/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut