Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.

12/29/2022, 5:33 PM

This resolution condemns Russia for committing acts of genocide against the Ukrainian people. It also calls on the United States, in cooperation with North Atlantic Treaty Organization and European Union allies, to undertake measures to support the Ukrainian government to prevent further acts of Russian genocide against the Ukrainian people.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1205, titled "Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to officially acknowledge and condemn the actions of the Russian government in Ukraine as genocide.

The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and Donbas, where Russian forces have been involved in military aggression and human rights violations. It specifically mentions the annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 and the ongoing violence and displacement of civilians in eastern Ukraine.

The resolution calls on the United States government to work with international partners to hold Russia accountable for its actions in Ukraine and to support efforts to bring peace and stability to the region. It also urges the US government to provide humanitarian assistance to those affected by the conflict in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1205 aims to raise awareness about the situation in Ukraine and to put pressure on the Russian government to end its aggression and human rights abuses in the region. It is an important step in addressing the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and promoting peace and justice in the region.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 1205

Introduced on
2022-06-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/24/2022

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns Russia for committing acts of genocide against the Ukrainian people. It also calls on the United States, in cooperation with North Atlantic Treaty Organization and European Union allies, to undertake measures to support the Ukrainian government to prevent further acts of Russian genocide against the Ukrainian people.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1205, titled "Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to officially acknowledge and condemn the actions of the Russian government in Ukraine as genocide.

The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and Donbas, where Russian forces have been involved in military aggression and human rights violations. It specifically mentions the annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 and the ongoing violence and displacement of civilians in eastern Ukraine.

The resolution calls on the United States government to work with international partners to hold Russia accountable for its actions in Ukraine and to support efforts to bring peace and stability to the region. It also urges the US government to provide humanitarian assistance to those affected by the conflict in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1205 aims to raise awareness about the situation in Ukraine and to put pressure on the Russian government to end its aggression and human rights abuses in the region. It is an important step in addressing the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and promoting peace and justice in the region.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Alliances•
Collective security•
Conflicts and wars•
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation•
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad•
Europe•
International organizations and cooperation•
Military operations and strategy•
Russia•
Ukraine•
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

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Latest Summary8/23/2022

This resolution condemns Russia for committing acts of genocide against the Ukrainian people. It also calls on the United States, in cooperation with North Atlantic Treaty Organization and European Union allies, to undertake measures to support t...


Latest Action6/24/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.