Bill · H.Res. 777· House(119-HRES-777)
Commending the Council of Europe for its efforts in seeking justice for the people of Ukraine in response to Russian crime of aggression and other international crimes.
- Introduced
- 9/30/2025
- Last activity
- 9/30/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Marcy Kaptur
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution commends the Council of Europe for its efforts to seek justice for the people of Ukraine following Russian aggression. The Council of Europe has worked to document and investigate international crimes, including war crimes and human rights violations. It has also provided a platform for member states to collaborate on humanitarian aid and support for displaced persons. A practical framework has been established to create a Special Tribunal on the Aggression against Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Secretary General of the Council of Europe have signed an agreement regarding this Special Tribunal. Finally, the resolution encourages continued collaboration between the United States and the Council of Europe to support Ukraine.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The bill encourages continued collaboration between the United States and the Council of Europe.
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+2
The resolution commends efforts to provide humanitarian aid and support for displaced persons in Ukraine.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+2
Support for displaced persons inherently benefits those forced to migrate due to conflict.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Seeking Justice and Accountability: The Council of Europe is working to document and investigate international crimes, including war crimes and acts of aggression, to ensure accountability for those responsible. (Whereas clauses)
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Humanitarian Support: The Council of Europe has provided a platform for member states to collaborate on initiatives aimed at providing humanitarian aid and support for the displaced. (Whereas clauses)
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Establishment of a Special Tribunal: A framework has been put in place to create a Special Tribunal on the Aggression against Ukraine, which includes a signed agreement between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Secretary General of the Council of Europe. (Whereas clauses)
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Promotion of Peace: The Council of Europe champions a comprehensive approach to postconflict justice and reconciliation, recognizing that accountability for atrocities is required for lasting peace in Ukraine. (Whereas clauses)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5Increases Foreign Aid+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+2Good For Low Income Households+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Pathway To Citizenship+1Improves Poverty Reduction+1Improves Racial Equity+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- 10/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/30/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Mike QuigleyDemocrat · Illinois
Joe WilsonRepublican · South Carolina