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A resolution condemning the deportation of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation and the forcible transfer of children within territories of Ukraine that are temporarily occupied by Russian forces.
3/12/2024, 4:12 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 158
Bill 118 sres 158 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that condemns the deportation of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation and the forcible transfer of children within territories of Ukraine that are temporarily occupied by Russian forces. The resolution expresses concern over reports of children being separated from their families and sent to Russia against their will, as well as children being moved within Ukraine's occupied territories without consent.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of protecting the rights and well-being of children, and calls on the Russian government to immediately cease these actions and respect the sovereignty of Ukraine. It also urges the US government to work with international partners to address this issue and hold those responsible for these violations of human rights accountable.
Overall, Bill 118 sres 158 highlights the need to protect vulnerable children in conflict zones and calls for action to address the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of protecting the rights and well-being of children, and calls on the Russian government to immediately cease these actions and respect the sovereignty of Ukraine. It also urges the US government to work with international partners to address this issue and hold those responsible for these violations of human rights accountable.
Overall, Bill 118 sres 158 highlights the need to protect vulnerable children in conflict zones and calls for action to address the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
Congressional Summary of SRES 158
This resolution states that the Senate holds the Russian government responsible for the illegal kidnapping of children from Ukraine and condemns these actions. The resolution also (1) declares that illegal adoptions are contrary to the Genocide Convention (the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide); (2) claims that Russia is attempting to wipe out a generation of Ukrainian children; and (3) asserts 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 SRES 158
Bill SRES 158 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 17, 2023. Bill SRES 158 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 17, 2023. Bill SRES 158's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 99. as of June 13, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 158
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
26Democrat Cosponsors
14Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 158
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 SRES 158
A resolution condemning the deportation of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation and the forcible transfer of children within territories of Ukraine that are temporarily occupied by Russian forces.
A resolution condemning the deportation of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation and the forcible transfer of children within territories of Ukraine that are temporarily occupied by Russian forces.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 158
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