More Russia Sanctions Tweaks: What's Allowed Now?
Published Date: 7/23/2025
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Summary
The Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control just made General License 13M official in the Federal Register. This update affects people and businesses dealing with certain Russian activities by clarifying what’s allowed and what’s not, helping everyone stay on the right side of the rules. If you’re involved, keep an eye on the timing and money limits to avoid any trouble!
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OFAC Publishes General License 13M
The Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) published General License 13M under the Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations, making the license that was previously on OFAC's website officially part of the Federal Register. The publication clarifies which transactions involving specified Russian activities are allowed or prohibited. If you or your business deal with Russia-related parties, review GL 13M for any timing and monetary limits so you do not violate the sanctions.
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