U.S. House advances Russia sanctions Bill that seeks 100% tariffs on India, others; set for final vote

The U.S. House of Representatives voted to advance a Bill that would authorise President Donald Trump to impose 100% tariffs on India and other countries for buying oil and gas from Russia and extend existing sanctions on Iran.

The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 cleared a procedural hurdle in the House of Representatives on Tuesday evening (September 15, 2026) after two Democratic lawmakers broke ranks with the party and voted in favour with the Republicans.

The resolution to advance the Russia sanctions Bill and a slew of other legislations was approved by a 214-211 vote, shocking the House Democratic leadership. The Bill is expected to come up for a final vote in the House on Wednesday (September 16, 2026).