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Expressing the sense of Congress that the International Criminal Court should immediately proceed with prosecuting Russian President Vladimir Putin with war crimes should any harm befall Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a result of actions taken or directed by any Russian entity or authority.

12/29/2022, 9:33 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 76

Bill 117 hconres 76, titled "Expressing the sense of Congress that the International Criminal Court should immediately proceed with prosecuting Russian President Vladimir Putin with war crimes should any harm befall Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a result of actions taken or directed by any Russian entity or authority," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The resolution calls on the International Criminal Court to take immediate action in prosecuting Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes if any harm comes to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a result of actions taken or directed by any Russian entity or authority. The resolution expresses the sense of Congress that such actions would be unacceptable and warrant prosecution under international law.

This resolution highlights the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, particularly in light of the recent conflict in Eastern Ukraine and the annexation of Crimea by Russia. It underscores the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions in conflicts and ensuring justice for victims of war crimes. Overall, Bill 117 hconres 76 serves as a statement of Congress's position on the potential consequences of any harm to President Zelenskyy and the need for accountability in international conflicts.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 76

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that the International Criminal Court should immediately proceed with prosecuting Russian President Vladimir Putin with war crimes should any harm befall Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a result of actions taken or directed by any Russian entity or authority.

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 76

Bill HCONRES 76 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 2, 2022. Bill HCONRES 76 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 2, 2022.  Bill HCONRES 76's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 2, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 76

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
92
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
76
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 76

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Conflicts and wars
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Europe
- International law and treaties
- Military operations and strategy
- Russia
- Ukraine
- War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 76

Expressing the sense of Congress that the International Criminal Court should immediately proceed with prosecuting Russian President Vladimir Putin with war crimes should any harm befall Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a result of actions taken or directed by any Russian entity or authority.
Expressing the sense of Congress that the International Criminal Court should immediately proceed with prosecuting Russian President Vladimir Putin with war crimes should any harm befall Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a result of actions taken or directed by any Russian entity or authority.

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