Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress does not recognize the Russian Federation as the inheritor of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics seat as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

12/29/2022, 10:18 PM

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives

  • does not recognize Russia as the inheritor of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics' seat as a permanent member on the U.N. Security Council, and
  • encourages the Biden Administration to take all necessary action at the United Nations to remove Russia from its position as a permanent member of the Security Council.
Bill 117 HRES 959, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress does not recognize the Russian Federation as the inheritor of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics seat as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council," is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives.

The resolution aims to convey the sentiment of the House that Congress does not acknowledge the Russian Federation as the rightful successor to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) seat as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. The resolution highlights concerns about Russia's actions and policies that are seen as inconsistent with the principles and values of the United Nations.

The resolution does not have the force of law, but rather serves as a statement of the House's position on this issue. It is important to note that this resolution does not change the official stance of the United States government or impact any existing agreements or treaties related to Russia's membership in the United Nations Security Council. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 959 reflects the House of Representatives' stance on the issue of Russia's status as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and emphasizes the importance of upholding the principles and values of the United Nations.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 959

Introduced on
2022-03-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/2/2022

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives

  • does not recognize Russia as the inheritor of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics' seat as a permanent member on the U.N. Security Council, and
  • encourages the Biden Administration to take all necessary action at the United Nations to remove Russia from its position as a permanent member of the Security Council.
Bill 117 HRES 959, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress does not recognize the Russian Federation as the inheritor of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics seat as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council," is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives.

The resolution aims to convey the sentiment of the House that Congress does not acknowledge the Russian Federation as the rightful successor to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) seat as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. The resolution highlights concerns about Russia's actions and policies that are seen as inconsistent with the principles and values of the United Nations.

The resolution does not have the force of law, but rather serves as a statement of the House's position on this issue. It is important to note that this resolution does not change the official stance of the United States government or impact any existing agreements or treaties related to Russia's membership in the United Nations Security Council. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 959 reflects the House of Representatives' stance on the issue of Russia's status as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and emphasizes the importance of upholding the principles and values of the United Nations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress does not recognize the Russian Federation as the inheritor of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics seat as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Europe•
International organizations and cooperation•
Russia•
United Nations

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Latest Summary7/13/2022

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives

  • does not recognize Russia as the inheritor of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics' seat as a permanent member on the U.N. Security Council, and
  • encourages the...

Latest Action3/2/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.