Recognizing the sovereignty of Ukraine and the unbreakable spirit of the people of Ukraine.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution demands that Russia respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as immediately withdraw its military forces from inside Ukraine. Affirming strong support for continued U.S. support to Ukraine, the resolution also calls on allies and partners in Europe to increase national defense spending, supports robust transparency and accountability mechanisms for U.S. assistance to Ukraine, and condemns Russian war crimes. 

Bill 118 HRES 227, titled "Recognizing the sovereignty of Ukraine and the unbreakable spirit of the people of Ukraine," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge and affirm the sovereignty of Ukraine as an independent nation and to recognize the resilience and determination of the Ukrainian people.

The resolution highlights the historical and ongoing challenges faced by Ukraine, including Russian aggression and interference in its internal affairs. It condemns the illegal annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 and expresses support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty.

Furthermore, the resolution calls for continued US support for Ukraine, including economic and military assistance, in order to help the country defend itself against external threats and uphold its democratic values. It also emphasizes the importance of promoting peace, stability, and democracy in the region. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 227 aims to reaffirm the United States' commitment to Ukraine and its people, and to send a clear message of solidarity and support in the face of ongoing challenges and threats to Ukraine's sovereignty.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 227

Introduced on
2023-03-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution demands that Russia respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as immediately withdraw its military forces from inside Ukraine. Affirming strong support for continued U.S. support to Ukraine, the resolution also calls on allies and partners in Europe to increase national defense spending, supports robust transparency and accountability mechanisms for U.S. assistance to Ukraine, and condemns Russian war crimes. 

Bill 118 HRES 227, titled "Recognizing the sovereignty of Ukraine and the unbreakable spirit of the people of Ukraine," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge and affirm the sovereignty of Ukraine as an independent nation and to recognize the resilience and determination of the Ukrainian people.

The resolution highlights the historical and ongoing challenges faced by Ukraine, including Russian aggression and interference in its internal affairs. It condemns the illegal annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 and expresses support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty.

Furthermore, the resolution calls for continued US support for Ukraine, including economic and military assistance, in order to help the country defend itself against external threats and uphold its democratic values. It also emphasizes the importance of promoting peace, stability, and democracy in the region. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 227 aims to reaffirm the United States' commitment to Ukraine and its people, and to send a clear message of solidarity and support in the face of ongoing challenges and threats to Ukraine's sovereignty.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary11/17/2023

This resolution demands that Russia respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as immediately withdraw its military forces from inside Ukraine. Affirming strong support for cont...


Latest Action3/14/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.