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S.Res.589 / 117th Congress

A resolution recognizing, honoring, and commending the women of Ukraine who have contributed to the fight for freedom and the defense of Ukraine.

Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3602-3603; text: CR S3602-3603)

Official summary

Version 55 · Passed Senate · Jul 21, 2022

This resolution recognizes, honors, and commends the women of Ukraine who have contributed to the fight for freedom and the defense of Ukraine.

The resolution acknowledges the women who have risked their lives to travel through territory controlled by Russia, break siege tactics surrounding cities, and ensure the safety of children and the elderly.

The resolution acknowledges the important role women must play in resolving the conflict between Ukraine and Russia as outlined in U.N. Security Council Resolution 1325 (2016) and required by the laws of the United States and regulations of Ukraine.

The resolution further calls on all countries to promote the meaningful inclusion of women in negotiations and decision-making at all levels, including security decisions.

Finally, the resolution commits to supporting the women of Ukraine wherever they are as they fight back against tyranny and work for the free and democratic future of Ukraine.

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Who introduced it

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH] · D–NH

Committees

  • Foreign Relations Committee
28 cosponsorship records, including any withdrawals

Actions

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  1. Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3602-3603; text: CR S3602-3603)

  2. Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3602-3603; text: CR S3602-3603)

  3. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 412.

  4. Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.

  5. Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.

  6. Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with amendments favorably.

  7. Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2098-2099)

  8. Introduced in Senate

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