ÖIV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 240 In the House of Representatives, U. S., April 17, 2023 RESOLUTION Condemning recent actions taken by the Russian military to down a United States Air Force drone.

Whereas United States European Command released footage confirming that 2 Russian Su–27 fighter jets acted unprofessionally and in a reckless manner when intercepting and downing a U.S. MQ–9 Reaper drone on March 14, 2023; Whereas a United States Air Force drone was acting safely and responsibly in international airspace and in accordance with international law; and Whereas the 2 fighter jets released fuel and bumped into the drone, resulting in the drone crash-landing in the Black Sea: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1) condemns the reckless actions of the Russian military; and (2) reaffirms the United States will not be deterred from operating U.S. drones in international airspace in the Black Sea region due to Russia’s reckless behavior.

Cheryl L. Johnson, Clerk.