WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

SRES 111

A resolution condemning the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and officials of the Government of the Russian Federation for committing crimes against humanity and war crimes in Ukraine.

119th Congress Introduced by Chris Van Hollen

Non-binding Senate resolution condemns Russia's armed forces and officials for crimes against humanity and war crimes in Ukraine, signaling U.S. stance and accountability efforts.

Introduced in Senate
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · SRES 111

Summary of SRES 111 (Senate Resolution)

Bill at a Glance

  • Bill Number: SRES 111
  • Title: A resolution condemning the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and officials of the Government of the Russian Federation for committing crimes against humanity and war crimes in Ukraine.
  • Type: Resolution (non-binding)
  • Status: Introduced in Senate; referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations
  • Introduced: March 5, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: Chris Van Hollen

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary purpose of SRES 111 is to formally condemn the Russian Federation's military and governmental leadership for alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes occurring in Ukraine.
  • As a non-binding resolution, its aim is to express the Senate’s position and moral stance on Russia’s actions and to signal support for accountability in international forums and related U.S. policy discussions.

Key Provisions

  • Operative Clause (as introduced):
    “That the Senate condemns the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and officials of the Government of the Russian Federation for committing crimes against humanity and war crimes in Ukraine.”
  • The text, as introduced, is a single-sentence condemnation. There are no additional policy prescriptions, funding provisions, sanctions, or enforcement mechanisms within the introduced version.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary Affected Entities:
    • Armed Forces of the Russian Federation
    • Officials of the Government of the Russian Federation
  • U.S. Policy Implications:
    • Serves as a congressional expression of opinion, reinforcing U.S. stance on Russia’s actions in Ukraine.
    • May be used to bolster or align with related foreign policy discussions, diplomacy, or international accountability efforts.
    • Do not create new legal obligations, funding, or enforceable mandates.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: March 5, 2025
  • Committee Action: Referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations (text reference: CR S1584)
  • Next Potential Steps: If considered, the committee could report the resolution favorably, after which it would move to the full Senate for debate and potential passage. As a resolution, passage in one or both chambers would reflect congressional sentiment but would not by itself enact law or money.

Additional Context

  • This bill expresses a formal condemnation and is part of the broader set of measures Congress uses to articulate international views and support for accountability regarding alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. It is not legislation establishing penalties or mandatory actions.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

Sign in to ask a question.