House Prepares to Vote on Landmark Sanctions Bill Honoring Late Sen. Lindsey Graham
September 11, 2026
A sanctions bill championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham and backed by President Trump has passed the Senate with broad bipartisan support and is now moving to the House for consideration next week.
The House Rules Committee has scheduled a hearing for Monday and a procedural vote later in the week, a step that could determine whether the measure advances before the midterms.
House leadership, after a Republican retreat, decided to push the bill forward despite concerns, with ongoing bipartisan and White House support cited.
Reporting on the bill includes contributions from reporters, including Ryan Morgan and Timothy Frudd.
The late Senator Graham had led a bipartisan push on Russia sanctions for over a year until his death, after returning from Ukraine.
There is bipartisan backing and White House support for the bill, even as some lawmakers worry about tariff expansions and broader executive powers.
Supporters argue the bill would target Putin’s funding and push Ukraine toward negotiations, with proponents urging a timely floor vote.
The legislation carries broad political backing across parties, having been championed by Graham and supported by President Trump.
Sponsors argue decisive action is needed to counter international aggression and strengthen the U.S. response.
Democrats have criticized revisions for expanding tariff authority and not mandating sanctions on Russia, urging a version that could win cross-chamber support.
There is bipartisan concern about expanding tariff authority and its impact on U.S. allies, prompting calls for a negotiated version acceptable to both chambers.
Speaker Mike Johnson has been noncommittal about a floor vote, signaling uncertainty over the bill’s progression.
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