Yaroslav Zheleznyak
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has passed a law on the introduction of the institution of multiple citizenship. 243 Members of Parliament voted in favor of the decision.
Amendments have been made to the Criminal Code regarding punishment for deportation, recruitment of children into military operations. Violations are punishable by imprisonment for a term of 8 to 12 years.
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a law that changes the conditions of responsibility for inaccurate declaration. Declaration thresholds have been changed and fines for submitting false data have been increased.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to adopt the law on multiple citizenship on June 18. Deputy Prime Minister Chernyshov assured that this will not lead to the outflow of Ukrainians abroad.
The Cabinet is preparing amendments to the state budget for UAH 400 billion for the needs of the military. Funding will be provided by exceeding revenues, domestic government bonds and grants from partners.
Draft law No. 13356 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada, allowing the National Bank to include virtual assets in the gold and foreign exchange reserves of Ukraine. This will contribute to integration into global financial innovations.
The commission for the election of the BEB director will continue the competition, despite requests to check the candidates' possible connections with the Russian Federation. Foreign members of the commission do not consider this a problem.
Prime Minister Shmyhal stated that the government may appeal to the Verkhovna Rada to increase expenditures for the Armed Forces of Ukraine in 2025, if there is a need. The Ministry of Finance is preparing for a budget review.
The Rada has passed a bill that provides for mandatory military training for medical and pharmaceutical students. Educational institutions must ensure the training is completed.
The Verkhovna Rada supported draft laws on tax and customs benefits for Ukrainian drone manufacturers that are controlled via fiber optic cable. In 2025, Ukraine will produce up to 10 million drones.
The Verkhovna Rada finally approved changes to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement between Ukraine and the USA on mineral resources. The funds will go to a special fund of the state budget for reconstruction.
People's Deputy Zheleznyak initiated the dismissal of Serhiy Marchenko from the post of Minister of Finance. The reasons given were sabotage of customs reform, disruption of the terms of submission of the Budget Declaration and approval of populist initiatives.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a bill on the establishment of a financial inclusion bank, which will provide access to financial services in areas with limited access. The NBU will regulate the bank's activities.
The Rada adopted draft law No. 12406, which provides for criminal liability for violations and circumvention of economic sanctions. Fines of up to UAH 2.04 million or imprisonment for up to 10 years.
After the death of People's Deputy Serhiy Shvets, there are 399 deputies left in the Verkhovna Rada. This is one of the lowest numbers of elected officials during the term.
A draft law on the creation of a crypto reserve may be registered in the Verkhovna Rada. It will allow adding virtual assets to reserves, if there is a decision of the regulator.
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.