Bill · S.Res. 265· Senate(119-SRES-265)
A resolution condemning Russia's devastating aerial bombardment on the people of Ukraine, particularly the use of increasingly advanced ballistic missiles, and expressing support for securing more air defense systems.
- Introduced
- 6/5/2025
- Last activity
- 6/5/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3256)
- Sponsored by
- Charles Schumer
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 0
- 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 condemns Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine and its devastating aerial bombardments. It highlights the use of advanced ballistic missiles that have killed and injured hundreds of civilians and destroyed power generation capacity. The text notes that North Korea has reportedly supplied Russia with numerous ballistic missiles to aid these attacks. To counter this, the resolution calls on the President to identify and transfer various air defense systems to Ukraine. It also seeks to expedite the reexport of air defense systems by allies. Finally, it supports continued United States security assistance to protect Ukrainian sovereignty and democracy.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+8
The resolution calls for increased security assistance and the transfer of advanced air defense systems to Ukraine.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+6
The resolution promotes cooperation with allies to reexport air defense systems to Ukraine.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
The resolution aims to strengthen Ukraine's position for direct peace discussions with Russia.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Ukrainian lives and infrastructure: The call for the President to identify and transfer advanced air defense systems, such as PATRIOT systems, NASAMs, and AMRAAMs, aims to provide a layered defense against Russian ballistic missile attacks (Section 3).
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Support for Ukrainian sovereignty: The resolution reaffirms the policy of providing sustainable security assistance to support Ukraine's independence, territorial integrity, and democracy (Section 6).
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Strengthening Ukraine's position for peace: Providing continued security assistance, including intelligence and training, is intended to strengthen Ukraine's hand in direct discussions with the Russian Federation to secure a lasting peace (Section 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts for individuals or groups are mentioned in the provided 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
- Increases Foreign Aid+8Improves International Alliances+6Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+5
- 6/5/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3256)
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island
Jeanne ShaheenDemocrat · New Hampshire
Mark WarnerDemocrat · Virginia