The House of Representatives passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 on Wednesday, sending legislation that targets major importers of Russian oil and gas to President Trump for expected signature.

The bill cleared the chamber by a 262-159 vote, with bipartisan support. It authorizes the president to impose tariffs as high as 100 percent on goods from the top five purchasers of Russian crude oil or natural gas, as well as the top five facilitators of Russia's sanctions-evasion efforts through its shadow fleet of tankers.

China and India rank among the primary targets as the largest buyers of Russian energy exports. The legislation also mandates sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, financial institutions, energy projects, and the shadow fleet vessels that help evade existing restrictions.

Proponents described the tariffs as essential pressure to cut off revenue that funds Russia's war in Ukraine. Representative Michael McCaul, a Texas Republican and key backer, called the tariff provisions the measure's "teeth."

The bill includes exemptions for certain countries that import less than 15 percent of Russia's natural gas exports and demonstrate efforts to reduce dependence. It extends sanctions on Iran's energy and weapons sectors for five years.

The Senate approved the bill last month after revisions eased earlier tariff proposals. Named for the late Senator Lindsey Graham, who championed the effort for over a year before his death in July, the legislation reflects sustained congressional focus on weakening Moscow's economic position.

Some Democrats opposed the final text, citing concerns over expanded tariff authority granted to the executive branch. The measure now awaits the president's action, which White House officials have indicated he intends to take.