A concurrent resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in order to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code.

12/29/2022, 4:48 PM

This concurrent resolution declares that a state of emergency exists due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It also states that such emergency justifies a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements for the transport of equipment, materials, or commodities related to humanitarian operations resulting from the invasion. Such requirements apply to cargoes that are transported on ocean vessels and that are procured, furnished, or financed by the United States.

Bill 117 sconres 38 is a concurrent resolution that declares a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The purpose of this resolution is to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code. This waiver would allow for the transportation of goods and supplies to Ukraine in order to support their efforts in defending against the Russian invasion.

The resolution acknowledges the severity of the situation in Ukraine and the need for immediate action to provide assistance to the Ukrainian people. By waiving the minimum tonnage requirements, the United States can more effectively and efficiently provide aid to Ukraine during this crisis.

Overall, Bill 117 sconres 38 is a critical piece of legislation that aims to support Ukraine in their fight against the Russian invasion by allowing for the transportation of essential supplies. It is a non-partisan effort to address a pressing international crisis and provide much-needed assistance to a country in need.
Congress
117

Number
SCONRES - 38

Introduced on
2022-05-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/3/2022

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This concurrent resolution declares that a state of emergency exists due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It also states that such emergency justifies a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements for the transport of equipment, materials, or commodities related to humanitarian operations resulting from the invasion. Such requirements apply to cargoes that are transported on ocean vessels and that are procured, furnished, or financed by the United States.

Bill 117 sconres 38 is a concurrent resolution that declares a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The purpose of this resolution is to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code. This waiver would allow for the transportation of goods and supplies to Ukraine in order to support their efforts in defending against the Russian invasion.

The resolution acknowledges the severity of the situation in Ukraine and the need for immediate action to provide assistance to the Ukrainian people. By waiving the minimum tonnage requirements, the United States can more effectively and efficiently provide aid to Ukraine during this crisis.

Overall, Bill 117 sconres 38 is a critical piece of legislation that aims to support Ukraine in their fight against the Russian invasion by allowing for the transportation of essential supplies. It is a non-partisan effort to address a pressing international crisis and provide much-needed assistance to a country in need.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA concurrent resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in order to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code.

Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact
Conflicts and wars•
Europe•
Foreign aid and international relief•
Marine and inland water transportation•
Military operations and strategy•
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents•
Public contracts and procurement•
Russia•
Ukraine•
War and emergency powers

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary5/13/2022

This concurrent resolution declares that a state of emergency exists due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It also states that such emergency justifies a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements for the transport of equipment, materials, or c...


Latest Action5/3/2022
Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S2283-2284)