H.R. 8718: Countering Russia's Forced Recruitment and Kidnapping in Africa Act
Quick Facts:
Bill Sponsor: Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC-2)
Congress: 119
Date Introduced: May 7, 2026
Last Action: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (May 7, 2026)
Countering Russia's Forced Recruitment and Kidnapping in Africa Act
This bill establishes visa sanctions for foreign individuals and foreign governments identified by the Secretary of State as participating in or facilitating the recruitment of African nationals to support Russia's war effort.
Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-IL-1) (May 7, 2026)