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SRES 110119th CongressIn Committee
A resolution condemning Russia's illegal abduction of Ukrainian children.
Introduced: Mar 5, 2025
Standard Summary
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This is a Senate resolution (S. Res. 110) introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Durbin on March 5, 2025. The measure condemns Russia’s abduction, forcible transfer, and illegal deportation of Ukrainian children, stating that up to 20,000 children have been affected since Russia’s February 2022 invasion. It then urges Russia to work with the international community to ensure the immediate return of all forcibly transferred Ukrainian children to their families. As a resolution, it expresses the Sense of the Senate rather than creating new legal obligations or authorizing spending; it signals U.S. policy and can influence diplomatic discourse and future legislative actions, but by itself does not impose enforceable requirements.
Key Points
- 1The bill is a non-binding Senate resolution expressing condemnation of Russia’s actions toward Ukrainian children and a call for action.
- 2It cites a figure of at least 20,000 Ukrainian children abducted, forcibly transferred, or illegally deported since the February 2022 Russian invasion.
- 3It emphasizes the physical and psychological trauma caused to children and families as a consequence of these actions.
- 4It implores Russia to cooperate with the international community to ensure the immediate return of all forcibly transferred Ukrainian children to their families.
- 5The resolution is introduced in the Senate (sponsor: Senator Durbin), referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations, and does not alter law or authorize spending; it serves to express policy and potentially guide future diplomatic or legislative work.
Impact Areas
Primary group/area affected: Ukrainian children and their families, who are the subjects of the alleged abductions and deportations.Secondary group/area affected: The Government of the Russian Federation and U.S.-Russia diplomatic relations; international organizations involved in child protection and repatriation efforts.Additional impacts: U.S. foreign policy messaging, potential influence on sanctions or aid considerations related to Ukraine, and political support within the United States for Ukraine-focused diplomacy and humanitarian efforts.
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