SRES Bill 472 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the 90th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine, and that Vladimir Putin's brutal and unprovoked war against Ukraine once again threatens the existence of the Ukrainian people, while exacerbating the problems of global hunger.

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: Senate

Introduced date: 2023-11-27

Bill 118 sres 472 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate that aims to recognize the 90th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933, also known as the Holodomor. The resolution emphasizes the significance of this tragic event as a reminder of the repressive Soviet policies that led to the starvation and death of millions of Ukrainians. Furthermore, the resolution highlights the ongoing threat posed by Russian President Vladimir Putin's aggressive actions towards Ukraine. It condemns Putin's brutal and unprovoked war against Ukraine, which not only endangers the existence of the Ukrainian people but also exacerbates global hunger issues. In summary, Bill 118 sres 472 calls for the Senate to acknowledge the historical significance of the Holodomor and to stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people in the face of continued aggression from Russia. It serves as a reminder of the atrocities committed in the past and the importance of preventing similar tragedies from occurring in the future.

Recent Activity

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5599-5600)

Alternative Names

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the 90th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine, and that Vladimir Putin's brutal and unprovoked war against Ukraine once again threatens the existence of the Ukrainian people, while exacerbating the problems of global hunger.

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the 90th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine, and that Vladimir Putin's brutal and unprovoked war against Ukraine once again threatens the existence of the Ukrainian people, while exacerbating the problems of global hunger.

Associated Legislation

Policy Areas

International Affairs

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]

Committees and Subcommittees

Foreign Relations Committee

Variations and Revisions