Congressman Tom Kean Jr. announced on March 27 the introduction of the Rosatom Energy Sanctions Compliance and Unified Enforcement (RESCUE) Act, which aims to impose sanctions on Rosatom, Russia’s state-owned nuclear energy corporation. The legislation is intended to cut off a significant source of revenue for Russia amid its ongoing war in Ukraine.
The proposed bill seeks to address concerns about Western reliance on Russian nuclear technology and resources. By targeting Rosatom and its subsidiaries, the act would not only impose sanctions but also require the President to develop strategies that help U.S. allies find alternative sources for nuclear energy, reducing dependence on Russia in this sector.
“We must stop Russia from using Rosatom as a tool of influence around the world,” said Congressman Kean. “This legislation turns off the spigot on Russia’s nuclear energy revenue and works to end Western reliance on the Russian nuclear sector. The United States and our allies must not continue financing Moscow’s aggression.”
According to available background information, Thomas Kean Jr. is currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey’s 7th district after replacing Tom Malinowski in 2023 according to official records. He has also served previously in both chambers of New Jersey’s legislature between 2001 and 2022 as reported by state legislative records. Born in Livingston, New Jersey in 1968, Kean is now 54 years old and resides in Westfield according to congressional biographical data. He graduated from Dartmouth College with a Bachelor of Arts degree as noted by his alma mater.
Kean serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee and has been an advocate for Ukraine since joining Congress in 2023. In recognition of his support for Ukraine, he was sanctioned by Russia’s Foreign Ministry last year.
The introduction of this legislation highlights ongoing efforts within Congress to respond economically and diplomatically to international conflicts through targeted sanctions.
