The Verkhovna Rada has adopted draft law No. 12385, which regulates the granting of the status of a child who has suffered as a result of hostilities or armed conflicts. The status is granted by the guardianship authority at the place of application.
Adopters cannot be persons with mental disorders, convicted of crimes against national security, domestic abusers, and citizens of the aggressor country. Law No. 10298 has been adopted.
The Rada adopted as a basis a bill on the abolition of charges for utility services for damaged housing. Payments will not be charged during the recovery period.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a draft law on the creation of the Unified State Register of acts of local self-government. The register will include information on all acts of local authorities.
The Verkhovna Rada supported bill No. 13256 as a basis regarding amendments to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement on mineral resources. Ukraine's contribution will consist of half of the funds from royalties and new licenses.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee approved amendments to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement on mineral resources between Ukraine and the USA. Ukraine's contribution is estimated at UAH 3 billion over 5 years.
The Verkhovna Rada Budget Committee plans to consider a bill on amendments to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement with the United States. This is necessary for the reconstruction investment fund.
Tomorrow, the Verkhovna Rada will meet to ratify the agreement between Ukraine and the USA on minerals. The agreement envisages the creation of a joint fund for investments in the mining industry.
The competition for the director of the BEB is at the finish line: out of 43 candidates, 16 remain. Among them are representatives of NABU, SBU, the prosecutor's office and the State Fiscal Service. The commission is checking their assets and integrity.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Foreign Policy supported the ratification of the agreement between Ukraine and the United States regarding minerals. The ratification of the agreement on minerals was supported by 11 members of the committee.
The agreement between Ukraine and the United States on mineral resources is expected to be ratified within a week. However, people's deputies note that this may happen later.
The Rada adopted in the first reading the law №13037, which strengthens the fight against sexual harassment in the Armed Forces. It defines mechanisms for preventing discrimination and violence.
The Rada adopted a bill allowing relatives of missing persons to apply at their place of residence. This will simplify the investigation procedure in cases of people disappearing during the war.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted as a basis a bill on fines of up to UAH 3,400 for inducing minors to use doping. Amendments will be made to Article 323 of the Criminal Code, increasing the punishment for such actions.
The Rada has adopted draft law №12295-d on compensation of expenses for motor vehicle insurance for veterans and people with disabilities. Car insurance will become free.
The Rada has passed Law No. 12230, which cancels the redemption of state property by tenants at a reduced price. From now on, sales are only through auction, and the tenant has the priority of redemption or compensation.
The Verkhovna Rada has approved a bill that will allow the SBU to develop and submit draft laws to the Cabinet of Ministers and the President. This will expand the service's powers in the legislative process.
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a law that simplifies the procedure for writing off military property. This applies to property destroyed or lost as a result of hostilities.
On April 16, the Verkhovna Rada will consider the issue of extending martial law and mobilization for 90 days, starting from May 9 and until August 6, 2025. This is the 15th extension.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted draft law No. 11044, which allows the State Labor Service to conduct unscheduled inspections of employers based on employees' complaints of bullying. The law also regulates the issue of undeclared labor relations.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted bill No. 12278 on pension provision for prosecutors as a basis. Pensions for years of service will be granted only after their dismissal.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the US is constantly changing the terms of the mineral agreement. He emphasized the need for a detailed study of the agreement by lawyers.
The United States has offered Ukraine an agreement that allows the extraction of all minerals on its territory. The agreement will be managed by 5 people, 3 of whom are from the United States with veto power, without security guarantees.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted draft law No. 12310 on criminal liability for crimes against cultural heritage, including illegal excavations and damage to objects.
The Rada has adopted draft law No. 12124, which will improve the provision of social services, in particular, will regulate the possibility of their remote provision. Responsibility for violations will also be clarified.
The Parliament has approved amendments to the law on civil service. The time spent in the positions of heads of military administrations will be counted towards the civil service record, which affects the salaries of officials.
The Rada supported draft law No. 9549, which simplifies obtaining land for the deployment of electronic communication networks. This will speed up the development of 4G, 5G and the restoration of communication.
Draft law No. 10311, which allowed the National Guard to use weapons against protesters, has been removed from the agenda. The Ministry of Internal Affairs was unable to refute criticism regarding the expansion of powers.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a European integration law regarding the revision of excise tax rates on tobacco products.
From 2022 to 2024, courts have handed down six sentences for creating content on OnlyFans. Five women and two men have been found guilty, mostly given probation.