A resolution recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.

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Summary of Bill SRES 72

Bill 118 S.Res. 72 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that seeks to officially recognize the actions of Russia in Ukraine as a genocide. The resolution condemns the Russian government for its military intervention in Ukraine, which has resulted in the deaths of thousands of Ukrainian civilians and the displacement of many more.

The resolution highlights the Russian government's use of military force, propaganda, and economic pressure to destabilize Ukraine and undermine its sovereignty. It also calls on the international community to hold Russia accountable for its actions and to support Ukraine in its efforts to defend its territorial integrity and democratic values.

The resolution has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties expressing concern about the situation in Ukraine and the need to address Russian aggression. Supporters of the resolution argue that recognizing the actions of Russia in Ukraine as a genocide is an important step in acknowledging the suffering of the Ukrainian people and in standing up to authoritarian regimes that seek to undermine democracy and human rights. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 72 is a significant piece of legislation that aims to bring attention to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and to hold Russia accountable for its actions in the region. It reflects the bipartisan consensus in Congress that the United States must take a strong stance against Russian aggression and support Ukraine in its struggle for independence and democracy.

Congressional Summary of SRES 72

This resolution condemns those acting on behalf of 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 acts of Russian genocide against the Ukrainian people. It also urges the President to impose sanctions on those responsible for or complicit in such acts of genocide.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 72

Bill SRES 72 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 16, 2023. Bill SRES 72 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 16, 2023.  Bill SRES 72's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S461) as of February 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 72

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
42
Democrat Cosponsors
20
Republican Cosponsors
20
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 72

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 72

A resolution recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.A resolution recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 72

R
James E. Risch
Idaho(Republican)
R
Todd Young
Indiana(Republican)
R
Thom Tillis
North Carolina(Republican)
R
Rick Scott
Florida(Republican)
R
Jeanne Shaheen
New Hampshire(Democrat)
R
Marco Rubio
Florida(Republican)

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