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A resolution calling on the President to support the creation of an international special tribunal to prosecute Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
3/12/2024, 12:48 AM
Summary of Bill SRES 227
Bill 118 S.Res. 227 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling on the President to support the establishment of an international special tribunal to prosecute Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and eastern Ukraine.
The resolution emphasizes the need for accountability for Russia's actions in Ukraine and calls for justice for the victims of the conflict. It also stresses the importance of upholding international law and norms in addressing acts of aggression by foreign powers.
The resolution urges the President to work with international partners to establish a special tribunal that would be responsible for investigating and prosecuting individuals responsible for the aggression against Ukraine. It also calls on the President to use diplomatic and economic measures to hold Russia accountable for its actions. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 227 seeks to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine by advocating for the establishment of an international tribunal to prosecute those responsible for Russia's aggression. It underscores the importance of upholding international law and seeking justice for the victims of the conflict.
The resolution emphasizes the need for accountability for Russia's actions in Ukraine and calls for justice for the victims of the conflict. It also stresses the importance of upholding international law and norms in addressing acts of aggression by foreign powers.
The resolution urges the President to work with international partners to establish a special tribunal that would be responsible for investigating and prosecuting individuals responsible for the aggression against Ukraine. It also calls on the President to use diplomatic and economic measures to hold Russia accountable for its actions. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 227 seeks to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine by advocating for the establishment of an international tribunal to prosecute those responsible for Russia's aggression. It underscores the importance of upholding international law and seeking justice for the victims of the conflict.
Congressional Summary of SRES 227
This resolution calls on the United States to use its voice and vote in international institutions to support the creation of a special international criminal tribunal to hold Russian leaders who led and sanctioned aggression in Ukraine accountable. The resolution also states its expectations that such a tribunal would be formed pursuant to a United Nations General Assembly resolution and would be complementary to the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 227
Bill SRES 227 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 31, 2023. Bill SRES 227 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 31, 2023. Bill SRES 227's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1847-1848) as of May 31, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 227
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 227
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 227
A resolution calling on the President to support the creation of an international special tribunal to prosecute Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
A resolution calling on the President to support the creation of an international special tribunal to prosecute Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
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