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Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.
1/31/2025, 10:01 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 16
Bill 119 H.Res. 16, titled "Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to officially recognize and condemn the actions of the Russian government in Ukraine as genocide.
The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and Donbas, where Russian forces have been involved in military aggression and human rights violations. It specifically mentions the annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 and the ongoing violence in eastern Ukraine, which has resulted in the displacement of thousands of people and numerous casualties.
The resolution calls on the United States government to take a strong stance against Russia's actions in Ukraine and to work with international partners to hold the Russian government accountable for its violations of international law. It also urges the United Nations to investigate and document the human rights abuses and war crimes committed by Russian forces in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 16 is a significant step towards raising awareness about the situation in Ukraine and calling for justice for the victims of the conflict. It underscores the importance of upholding human rights and international law in the face of aggression and violence.
The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and Donbas, where Russian forces have been involved in military aggression and human rights violations. It specifically mentions the annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 and the ongoing violence in eastern Ukraine, which has resulted in the displacement of thousands of people and numerous casualties.
The resolution calls on the United States government to take a strong stance against Russia's actions in Ukraine and to work with international partners to hold the Russian government accountable for its violations of international law. It also urges the United Nations to investigate and document the human rights abuses and war crimes committed by Russian forces in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 16 is a significant step towards raising awareness about the situation in Ukraine and calling for justice for the victims of the conflict. It underscores the importance of upholding human rights and international law in the face of aggression and violence.
Congressional Summary of HRES 16
This resolution condemns 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 further acts of Russian genocide against the Ukrainian people.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 16
Bill HRES 16 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 6, 2025. Bill HRES 16 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 6, 2025. Bill HRES 16's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 16
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
6Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
27Democrat Cosponsors
21Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 16
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Alliances
- Conflicts and wars
- Europe
- Russia
- Ukraine
- War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 16
Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.
Recognizing Russian actions in Ukraine as a genocide.
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