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Read. Follow. Verify.Proposed Senate Amendment on U.S.-Belarus Relations
Record date · June 24, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This proposed amendment to the 2027 defense authorization bill sets strict conditions for U.S. diplomatic relations with Belarus. It mandates that sanctions remain in place until Belarus stops supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, requires annual s with the Belarusian democratic movement, and demands detailed reports on Belarus's role in the conflict and the abduction of Ukrainian children.
This amendment would legally restrict the U.S. government from normalizing diplomatic or economic relations with Belarus or reopening an embassy in Minsk until specific human rights and security conditions are met.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Belarusian democratic movement
The movement is designated as a formal partner for annual strategic dialogues with the U.S. Secretary of State.
Secretary of State
The Secretary is tasked with hosting annual dialogues, submitting multiple reports to Congress, and certifying conditions regarding Belarus.
Key Facts
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Formalization of Relations with Opposition
The amendment mandates a formal, recurring strategic dialogue with the 'Belarusian democratic movement,' effectively institutionalizing U.S. engagement with an opposition group as a matter of law.
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