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119-sres-549119th Congress

A resolution urging the Trump Administration to seize shadow fleet vessels transporting sanctioned oil from the Russian Federation.

Sponsored By: Senator Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]

Introduced

Summary

Seize shadow-fleet tankers carrying sanctioned Russian oil. This resolution would urge the Administration to use all legal authorities to seize ships that carry sanctioned Russian crude and to block revenue that helps fund Russia's war in Ukraine and benefit designated foreign terrorist organizations.

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  • U.S. enforcement and national security officials would be urged to act, including using authorities cited under Article II, as a tool to counter sanctions evasion.
  • Owners and operators of the so-called shadow fleet would face direct targeting; the resolution notes at least 561 ships have carried roughly 60 to 80 percent of Russia's crude exports in recent quarters.
  • It aims at cutting revenue streams that support the war in Ukraine; seaborne Russian crude and product exports averaged about 5.7 million barrels per day in 2025.
  • The text cites U.S. precedent, including the December 10, 2025 seizure of the M/T Skipper, and calls on allies and partners to also seize shadow-fleet vessels transporting sanctioned Russian oil.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]

SC • R

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]

    CT • D

    Sponsored 12/17/2025

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