Congressman Kean Introduces Bill to Sanction Rosatom, Russia’s State Nuclear Energy Corporation

Image March 27, 2026 Press Release (March 27, 2026) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) announced the introduction of the Rosatom Energy Sanctions Compliance and Unified Enforcement (RESCUE) Act , legislation that would impose sanctions on Rosatom, Russia’s state-owned nuclear energy corporation, and cut off a key source of revenue fueling Putin’s illegal war in Ukraine. “We must stop Russia from using Rosatom as a tool of influence around the world,” said Congressman Kean . “This legislation turns off the spigot on Russia's nuclear energy revenue and works to end Western reliance on the Russian nuclear sector. The United States and our allies must not continue financing Moscow’s aggression.” The RESCUE Act would impose sanctions on Rosatom, its subsidiaries, and affiliates. It also requires the President to develop a strategy for helping U.S. allies find alternative nuclear energy supplies and permanently reduce their dependence on Russia. The bill works to revitalize the nuclear energy industry in the U.S. and partner countries, creating jobs and filling the supply gap left by malign Russian actors. Congressman Kean serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Since joining Congress in 2023, he has been a steadfast advocate for the Ukrainian people in their fight for freedom. In 2023, the Russian Foreign Ministry sanctioned Congressman Kean for his unwavering support of Ukraine. Text of the RESCUE Act is available HERE . ### Issues : National Defense Energy and Environment