Senate Passes Russian Uranium Import Ban, Sending to Biden
- White House has called for a long-term ban on Russian imports
- Bill allows for import waivers until 2028; retaliation feared
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The Senate voted Tuesday evening to approve legislation banning the import of enriched uranium from Russia, sending the measure to the president. President Joe Biden plans to sign it into law soon, according to the White House.
The Prohibiting Russian Uranium Imports Act, approved by unanimous consent, would bar US imports 90 days after enactment while allowing temporary waivers until January 2028.