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May 13, 2026
House to Vote on Major Ukraine Aid and Sanctions Bill
- Rep. Kevin Kiley's signature triggers a House vote on a comprehensive bill providing $8 billion in military support and imposing steep sanctions on Russia.
- The bill includes a 500% tariff on Russian goods and a ban on imported Russian crude oil, marking a significant escalation in U.S. response to the conflict.
- The vote is expected shortly after the House's Memorial Day recess, complicating Speaker Mike Johnson's agenda and reflecting divisions within the GOP.
5 Sources
- House Backers Reach Threshold to Force Vote on $1.3 Billion in Ukraine AidMay 13, 2026 at 3:55 PM · NYT
- Independent's signature forces House vote on Ukraine aidMay 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM · Politico
- House Democrats bypass Mike Johnson on Ukraine aid bill with Republican helpMay 13, 2026 at 5:19 PM · Axios
- Ukraine bill heading to the floor after discharge petition wins 218th signatureMay 13, 2026 at 6:33 PM · The Hill
- GOP centrists defy Trump and force future House vote on major Russian sanctions billMay 13, 2026 at 8:09 PM · CNN