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Condemning the illegal abduction and forcible transfer of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation.
3/26/2024, 1:45 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 149
Bill 118 H.Res. 149, also known as the resolution condemning the illegal abduction and forcible transfer of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation, was introduced in the US Congress to address the concerning issue of children being taken from Ukraine and brought to Russia against their will.
The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights and well-being of children, and condemns any actions that violate international law and human rights. It specifically calls out the Russian Federation for its role in these illegal abductions and transfers, and urges the government to take immediate action to address and rectify the situation.
The resolution emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for the victims of these abductions, and calls on the international community to support efforts to reunite the children with their families and ensure their safe return to Ukraine. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 149 is a bipartisan effort to bring attention to and address a serious human rights issue, and to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.
The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights and well-being of children, and condemns any actions that violate international law and human rights. It specifically calls out the Russian Federation for its role in these illegal abductions and transfers, and urges the government to take immediate action to address and rectify the situation.
The resolution emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for the victims of these abductions, and calls on the international community to support efforts to reunite the children with their families and ensure their safe return to Ukraine. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 149 is a bipartisan effort to bring attention to and address a serious human rights issue, and to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.
Congressional Summary of HRES 149
This resolution states that the House of Representatives holds the Russian government responsible for the illegal abduction and forcible transfer of children from Ukraine and condemns these actions. The resolution also (1) declares that the abduction and forcible transfer of children and illegal adoptions are contrary to the Genocide Convention (the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide); (2) declares that Russia is attempting to wipe out a generation of Ukrainian children; and (3) notes that Russia's invasion of Ukraine has increased the risks of children being exposed to human trafficking, exploitation, child labor, gender-based violence, hunger, injury, trauma, deprivation of education and shelter, and death.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 149
Bill HRES 149 is currently in the status of Passed in House since March 19, 2024. Bill HRES 149 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2023. Bill HRES 149's most recent activity was The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. as of March 19, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 149
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
78Democrat Cosponsors
58Republican Cosponsors
20Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 149
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Adoption and foster care
- Crimes against children
- Detention of persons
- Europe
- Human rights
- Human trafficking
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Russia
- Sanctions
- Ukraine
- Youth employment and child labor
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 149
Condemning the illegal abduction and forcible transfer of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation.
Condemning the illegal abduction and forcible transfer of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation.
Condemning the illegal abduction of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 149
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