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Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.

12/29/2022, 5:33 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1205

Bill 117 H.Res. 1205, titled "Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to officially acknowledge and condemn the actions of the Russian government in Ukraine as genocide.

The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and Donbas, where Russian forces have been involved in military aggression and human rights violations. It specifically mentions the annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 and the ongoing violence and displacement of civilians in eastern Ukraine.

The resolution calls on the United States government to work with international partners to hold Russia accountable for its actions in Ukraine and to support efforts to bring peace and stability to the region. It also urges the US government to provide humanitarian assistance to those affected by the conflict in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1205 aims to raise awareness about the situation in Ukraine and to put pressure on the Russian government to end its aggression and human rights abuses in the region. It is an important step in addressing the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and promoting peace and justice in the region.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1205

This resolution condemns Russia for committing acts of genocide against the Ukrainian people. It also calls on the United States, in cooperation with North Atlantic Treaty Organization and European Union allies, to undertake measures to support the Ukrainian government to prevent further acts of Russian genocide against the Ukrainian people.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1205

Bill HRES 1205 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 24, 2022. Bill HRES 1205 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 24, 2022.  Bill HRES 1205's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of June 24, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1205

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
46
Democrat Cosponsors
36
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1205

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Alliances
- Collective security
- Conflicts and wars
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Europe
- International organizations and cooperation
- Military operations and strategy
- Russia
- Ukraine
- War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1205

Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.
Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.

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