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The REPO Implementation Act (S.2918) is a bipartisan, common-sense bill that delivers justice for Ukraine and accountability for Russia — without costing U.S. taxpayers a dime. Introduced by Senators Risch (R-ID) and Whitehouse (D-RI), the legislation gives President Trump the authority and flexibility to repurpose frozen Russian state assets to support Ukraine’s defense and recovery. This bill builds on the 2024 REPO for Ukrainians Act, which established the legal foundation for transferring confiscated Russian assets. The new REPO Implementation Act strengthens that framework — creating a clear, predictable, and lawful process for channeling Russia’s hundreds of billions in immobilized reserves toward rebuilding Ukraine. At a time when Washington is mired in gridlock, this is one of the few bipartisan efforts moving forward. It embodies a simple moral principle: the aggressor must pay for the destruction they cause. Americans across the political spectrum agree that Putin’s war cannot go unanswered — and that Ukraine should not be forced to rebuild its homes, schools, and hospitals with borrowed money while Russia hoards ill-gotten wealth abroad. Passing the REPO Implementation Act would: Hold Russia financially accountable for its crimes against Ukraine. Protect American taxpayers by using Russian assets — not U.S. aid — to fund Ukraine’s recovery. Reinforce U.S. global leadership by setting an example other allies can follow. Demonstrate moral clarity and bipartisan resolve when the world is watching whether America still leads with principle. Every day Congress delays, Russia profits from impunity. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has already acted — now the full Senate must do the same. Make Russia pay. Pass the REPO Implementation Act.