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NJ AR77

NJ AR77
Declares support for Ukraine; expresses solidarity with its citizens.


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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

The resolution declares support for Ukraine in the current conflict with Russia and expresses solidarity with the people of Ukraine. This resolution condemns the actions of Russia, including the attacks and bombings of various regions of Ukraine, such as Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson, Odessa and importantly, the city of Kyiv. This resolution calls on Russia to stop the violence and work to bridge peace with the Ukrainian people. Further, this resolution condemns the violations of international law committed by Russia in the annexation of Crimea, blocking of parts of the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov, and the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Finally, this resolution recognizes and supports Ukraine as a sovereign state, one that is free to choose its own leader and future.

AI Summary

This resolution declares support for Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia, drawing on historical context and international agreements. The resolution references the 1991 Ukrainian independence referendum and the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, which pledged respect for Ukraine's sovereignty. It condemns Russia's actions, including the 2014 invasion of Crimea and the 2022 full-scale invasion that involved deploying over 150,000 military personnel and bombing multiple Ukrainian regions such as Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson, Odessa, and Kyiv. The resolution highlights that at least 14,000 Ukrainians have been killed defending their homeland since 2014 and acknowledges the Ukrainian people's courage and resolve in pursuing sovereignty and democracy. It calls on Russia to stop the violence and work towards peace, and reaffirms support for Ukraine as a secure, democratic, and independent state free to choose its own future. The resolution also mandates that copies be transmitted to Ukraine's ambassadors to the United States and the United Nations, symbolizing diplomatic solidarity with Ukraine.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee (on 01/09/2024)

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