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This bill matters because it would significantly change the economic relationship between the U.S. and Russia. If it becomes law, it could lead to higher prices for certain goods imported from Russia and make it harder for American companies to do business there, potentially impacting supply chains and consumer costs for specific products.
More broadly, it would allow the U.S. to use trade policy as leverage to influence Russia's human rights practices, particularly regarding its citizens' freedom to emigrate. This policy tool was removed in 2012. If this bill does not pass, the current trade relationship with Russia, free from Jackson-Vanik restrictions and enjoying permanent normal trade relations, would continue as it is.
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This bill matters because it would significantly change the economic relationship between the U.S. and Russia. If it becomes law, it could lead to higher prices for certain goods imported from Russia and make it harder for American companies to do business there, potentially impacting supply chains and consumer costs for specific products.
More broadly, it would allow the U.S. to use trade policy as leverage to influence Russia's human rights practices, particularly regarding its citizens' freedom to emigrate. This policy tool was removed in 2012. If this bill does not pass, the current trade relationship with Russia, free from Jackson-Vanik restrictions and enjoying permanent normal trade relations, would continue as it is.
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