Expressing full support to the Ukrainian people in their aspiration to continue consolidating their democracy and rule of law.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (12 Jul 2019): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
What this bill does
This U.S. House of Representatives resolution, H.Res. 487, expresses support for the Ukrainian people's efforts to strengthen their democracy and the rule of law. It specifically calls on the Ukrainian Central Election Commission to ensure all citizens, including those in occupied territories and individuals with disabilities, can vote. Additionally, it asks social media platforms to establish a presence in Ukraine to address concerns and mitigate misuse of their services during elections.
The resolution, introduced in the 116th Congress by Representative William R. Keating, affects Ukraine by expressing a U.S. commitment to supporting its democratic reforms and efforts against foreign disinformation campaigns. It also indirectly involves social media companies by requesting their participation in safeguarding electoral processes. The bill is currently in its introduced stage, having been referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs after its introduction on July 12, 2019.
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Official summary
This resolution expresses support for the full consolidation of democracy in Ukraine and calls on the Ukrainian Central Election Commission, as well as social media platforms, to ensure that elections meet international democratic standards.
Timeline
12 Jul 2019
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 487 do?
- This U.S. House of Representatives resolution, H.Res. 487, expresses support for the Ukrainian people's efforts to strengthen their democracy and the rule of law. It specifically calls on the Ukrainian Central Election Commission to ensure all citizens, including those in occupied territories and individuals with disabilities, can vote. Additionally, it asks social media platforms to establish a presence in Ukraine to address concerns and mitigate misuse of their services during elections. The resolution, introduced in the 116th Congress by Representative William R. Keating, affects Ukraine by expressing a U.S. commitment to supporting its democratic reforms and efforts against foreign disinformation campaigns. It also indirectly involves social media companies by requesting their participation in safeguarding electoral processes. The bill is currently in its introduced stage, having been referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs after its introduction on July 12, 2019.
- Has H.Res. 487 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 487. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 487?
- H.Res. 487 was sponsored by Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9] (D-MA), with 10 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 487?
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (12 Jul 2019).
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