Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill 118 H.Res. 154, also known as the "Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide" bill, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to officially recognize the actions of the Russian government in Ukraine as genocide.

The bill highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and Donbas, where Russian forces have been involved in military operations. The bill condemns the Russian government for its aggression and violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Furthermore, the bill calls on the international community to hold Russia accountable for its actions and to support Ukraine in its efforts to defend its sovereignty. It also urges the US government to work with its allies to impose sanctions on Russia and to provide assistance to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 154 seeks to bring attention to the plight of the Ukrainian people and to condemn the actions of the Russian government as genocide. It underscores the importance of standing up against aggression and supporting countries that are under threat from hostile forces.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 154

Introduced on
2023-02-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill 118 H.Res. 154, also known as the "Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide" bill, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to officially recognize the actions of the Russian government in Ukraine as genocide.

The bill highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and Donbas, where Russian forces have been involved in military operations. The bill condemns the Russian government for its aggression and violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Furthermore, the bill calls on the international community to hold Russia accountable for its actions and to support Ukraine in its efforts to defend its sovereignty. It also urges the US government to work with its allies to impose sanctions on Russia and to provide assistance to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 154 seeks to bring attention to the plight of the Ukrainian people and to condemn the actions of the Russian government as genocide. It underscores the importance of standing up against aggression and supporting countries that are under threat from hostile forces.

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International Affairs

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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.