Protecting Americans from Foreign Lawsuits
Official: Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2025
IntroducedSeptember 29, 2025
Why This Matters
This bill limits lawsuits against Americans who comply with U.S. sanctions, ensuring they are not punished for following the law.
If you comply with U.S. sanctions, this bill helps protect you from foreign lawsuits.
Affects: This bill primarily affects American individuals and businesses that engage in international trade or contracts.
What changes is this bill making?
1. The bill prevents foreign entities from suing Americans over actions taken to follow U.S. sanctions. 2. It allows U.S. courts to dismiss cases that arise from compliance with these sanctions. 3. The legislation aims to protect individuals and businesses from legal repercussions tied to international sanctions. 4. It does not limit the rights of U.S. citizens harmed by terrorism or other serious crimes.
Who is affected?
This bill primarily affects American individuals and businesses that engage in international trade or contracts.