Condemning the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine, and calling on Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation to remove all Russian forces from Ukraine, and to cease all hostilities, protect human rights, and allow the free flow of aid.

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

This resolution condemns the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine.

The resolution condemns the deliberate disruption of the free flow of humanitarian aid that is harming innocent civilians, particularly women.

The resolution also highlights the critical importance of ensuring women meaningfully participate in the planning and execution of humanitarian actions and the negotiation of peace agreements to meet their unique needs and to protect their human rights.

Finally, the resolution calls on Vladimir Putin to

  • condemn sexual and gender-based violence against women and girls in this conflict;
  • hold all perpetrators who commit acts of sexual and gender-based violence accountable;
  • cease all hostilities, protect human rights, and allow unencumbered humanitarian access; and
  • remove all Russian Armed Forces, and other armed groups, from Ukraine.
Bill 117 HRES 1057, also known as the resolution condemning the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine, calls on Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation to remove all Russian forces from Ukraine and cease all hostilities. The resolution also urges the protection of human rights and the free flow of aid to the region.

The resolution highlights the disturbing reports of rape and assault of women by Russian forces in Bucha, Ukraine, and emphasizes the need for immediate action to address these atrocities. It condemns these acts of violence and calls for accountability for those responsible.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of respecting human rights and allowing the free flow of aid to those in need in Ukraine. It calls on Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation to uphold these principles and work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 1057 is a strong statement against the violence and human rights abuses committed by Russian forces in Ukraine. It calls for immediate action to address these issues and urges the Russian Federation to respect human rights and allow aid to reach those in need.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 1057

Introduced on
2022-04-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/14/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine.

The resolution condemns the deliberate disruption of the free flow of humanitarian aid that is harming innocent civilians, particularly women.

The resolution also highlights the critical importance of ensuring women meaningfully participate in the planning and execution of humanitarian actions and the negotiation of peace agreements to meet their unique needs and to protect their human rights.

Finally, the resolution calls on Vladimir Putin to

  • condemn sexual and gender-based violence against women and girls in this conflict;
  • hold all perpetrators who commit acts of sexual and gender-based violence accountable;
  • cease all hostilities, protect human rights, and allow unencumbered humanitarian access; and
  • remove all Russian Armed Forces, and other armed groups, from Ukraine.
Bill 117 HRES 1057, also known as the resolution condemning the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine, calls on Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation to remove all Russian forces from Ukraine and cease all hostilities. The resolution also urges the protection of human rights and the free flow of aid to the region.

The resolution highlights the disturbing reports of rape and assault of women by Russian forces in Bucha, Ukraine, and emphasizes the need for immediate action to address these atrocities. It condemns these acts of violence and calls for accountability for those responsible.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of respecting human rights and allowing the free flow of aid to those in need in Ukraine. It calls on Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation to uphold these principles and work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 1057 is a strong statement against the violence and human rights abuses committed by Russian forces in Ukraine. It calls for immediate action to address these issues and urges the Russian Federation to respect human rights and allow aid to reach those in need.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCondemning the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine, and calling on Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation to remove all Russian forces from Ukraine, and to cease all hostilities, protect human rights, and allow the free flow of aid.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Assault and harassment offenses
Conflicts and wars
Crimes against women
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
International law and treaties
Military operations and strategy
Russia
Sex offenses
Ukraine
Violent crime
Women's health

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Latest Summary7/15/2022

This resolution condemns the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine.

The resolution condemns the deliberate disruption of the free flow of humanitarian aid that is harming innocent civilians, par...


Latest Action4/14/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.