Bill · S.Res. 109· Senate(119-SRES-109)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Russian President Vladimir Putin should immediately withdraw Russian forces from Ukraine.
- Introduced
- 3/5/2025
- Last activity
- 3/5/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1583)
- Sponsored by
- Bernie Sanders
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate regarding the conflict in Ukraine. It calls for Russian President Vladimir Putin to immediately withdraw all Russian military forces from any territory within the internationally recognized borders of Ukraine. Additionally, the resolution demands that Russia immediately cease its attacks against Ukraine. The text cites the February 24, 2022, invasion as a violation of the Charter of the United Nations and international law. It further notes that Russian forces have occupied approximately 20 percent of Ukraine's territory and committed grave human rights violations.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
The resolution supports the sovereignty of Ukraine and adherence to international law.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+2
The resolution uses diplomatic pressure to demand a cessation of hostilities and withdrawal of forces.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+1
The resolution seeks to end attacks on civilian objects which often include urban centers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Immediate Withdrawal of Forces: The resolution calls for the military to immediately, completely, and unconditionally withdraw from all territory within Ukraine's internationally recognized borders (Section 1). This could end the occupation of approximately 20 percent of Ukraine's sovereign territory.
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Cessation of Attacks: The resolution demands that Russian forces immediately cease attacks against Ukraine (Section 2). This could stop ongoing attacks against civilians and civilian objects that have led to the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts 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+3Improves Diplomatic Engagement+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Urban Residents+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+1
- 3/5/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1583)
- Introduced in Senate