HR 1677119th CongressIntroduced

Stop Russian Market Manipulation Act

Introduced: Oct 28, 2025

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

H.R. 1677 prohibits the importation of specified minerals from Russia, tying the ban to the status of hostilities in Ukraine. The ban takes effect 90 days after enactment and ends when the U.S. certifies that hostilities have ceased, with a probationary period if hostilities resume.

Key Points

1Prohibits import of platinum (including palladium, braggite, rhodium, ruthenium), nickel, and copper (including zinc) from Russia.
2Effect begins 90 days after enactment; terminates one year after hostilities end.
3Probationary period: ban resumes if hostilities restart, lasting until a new certification.
4No waiver allowed; Russian entities defined as those organized under Russian law.
5Termination conditions tied to U.S. certification of hostilities status.

Impact Areas

U.S. importers and manufacturers using Russian mineralsRussian exporters and mining companiesU.S. industries reliant on platinum, nickel, and copperU.S. trade and foreign policy stakeholders

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