; Whereas, by refusing to reduce, cease, or withdraw operations in Russia, these companies contribute to undermining efforts undertaken by the United States and its allies that are intended to deter further Russian aggression; Whereas a number of United States and multinational companies that do business in Russia do not provide lifesaving or health-related goods and services to the Russian people and contribute to Putin’s ability to wage war and commit war crimes in Ukraine by providing revenue for the Russian Government; and Whereas individuals around the world have chosen to boycott certain companies that continue to operate in Russia and provide financial benefits to the Putin regime: Now, therefore, be it