This bill would require the Secretary of State to report to Congress within 60 days on whether Ukrainian children who were kidnapped, deported, or forcibly removed since Russia's 2022 invasion have been reunited with their families and begun full reintegration into Ukrainian society. If the Secretary cannot certify those two things, the bill directs the Secretary to designate the Russian Federation as a state sponsor of terrorism under several named U.S. statutes. The bill also says the Secretary may rescind that designation after certifying that Russia has not supported international terrorism in the prior three months, has given assurances it will not do so in the future, and that all affected children have been reunited and reintegration is underway. The bill takes effect one day after enactment. The bill text includes findings that describe reported kidnappings and forced transfers of Ukrainian children, alleged efforts to "Russify" those children, and related international statements and prior Senate resolutions.
If enacted, the bill would require a formal report and a near-immediate diplomatic designation by the Secretary of State unless specific child-repatriation and reintegration conditions are met. The bill names the statutes under which that designation must be made. The bill text does not list the specific legal or practical effects that such a designation would cause.
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Supporters say the bill responds to reported Russian actions that include kidnapping, deporting, and forcibly transferring Ukrainian children, alleged efforts to change their identity, and use of re-education or paramilitary programs. Proponents argue these reports and prior resolutions justify a designation to hold Russia accountable.
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