Digest of Ukrainian Legislation
Decrees of the CMU on Amending the List of Territories of Active Hostilities
The government has amended the list of territories where active hostilities are taking place, which affects social payments and support for the population. It is important to monitor updates to the list, as it determines the right to receive assistance. The changes may affect social benefits and access to certain services.
Order of the CMU on the Redistribution of Funds to Support Veterans
The Cabinet of Ministers has reallocated state budget funds to increase funding for psychological rehabilitation, social and professional adaptation of veterans. Veterans and organizations that support them should take these changes into account when planning projects. Funds will be directed to psychological rehabilitation and adaptation of veterans.
Decision of the NEURC on Electricity Prices for the Population
The National Energy and Utilities Regulatory Commission has revised electricity tariffs for household consumers. The new prices may affect the financial burden on households. It is important to check the new tariff rates to plan your budget.
Law on Ratification of the Agreement between Ukraine and the EU on Ukraine’s Participation in the EU4Health Program
The Verkhovna Rada has ratified the Agreement with the European Union on Ukraine’s participation in the EU4Health program. This opens up opportunities for receiving funding from the EU for healthcare projects. Interested parties should study the terms of participation in the program to receive funding.
Decree of the CMU on Amending the Peculiarities of Electricity Procurement
The government has amended the rules for electricity procurement, allowing state-owned enterprises to purchase it directly from producers under bilateral agreements. This should ensure a stable energy supply and reduce the risk of speculation. State-owned enterprises have been given the opportunity to conclude direct contracts with electricity producers.
Amendments to the Procedures for the Use of Funds for State Support of Agriculture
The Cabinet of Ministers has amended the procedures for using budget funds to provide state support to agricultural producers. The changes concern priority areas of support, application procedures and selection criteria. Farmers should take into account the changes when applying for state support.
Resolution of the NBU on Amendments to Regulatory Legal Acts on Regulation of the Activities of Banking Group Institutions
The National Bank of Ukraine has amended the rules for regulating banking groups to improve their financial stability. Banks and financial institutions should take these changes into account when planning their activities. Financial institutions must meet the new requirements of the regulator.
Amendments to the Procedures for Conducting Inspections by the State Labor Service During Martial Law
The government has amended the procedures for exercising state control over compliance with labor legislation during martial law. Entrepreneurs should familiarize themselves with the new inspection rules. Inspection procedures have been changed to adapt to the conditions of martial law.
Amendments to the Procedures for Forming a Fund for Mandatory Insurance of Civil Liability of Owners of Land Vehicles
Amendments have been made to the procedures for forming funds that provide mandatory insurance of civil liability of vehicle owners. Insurance market participants should take these changes into account. The rules for forming insurance funds have been changed.
Appointment and Dismissal of Judges
The President of Ukraine has issued decrees on the appointment and dismissal of judges in various regions of Ukraine. Staff changes in the judicial system may affect the consideration of cases in the respective regions.
Now let’s take a closer look at each of the acts published today:
On the Accounting Price of Bank Metals
The NBU has published a notice on the accounting prices of bank metals as of April 29, 2026. These prices are used for accounting and reporting purposes. It is important to note that accounting prices are not market prices, and the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell metals at these prices.
On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies
The National Bank of Ukraine announced the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies for April 29, 2026. The rates are used for accounting and calculations defined by law. These rates are not mandatory for use in commercial transactions, and the NBU does not undertake to buy or sell валюту at these rates.
On Amendments to the List of Territories Where Hostilities Are (Were) Conducted or Temporarily Occupied by the Russian Federation
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the list of territories where hostilities are (were) conducted or temporarily occupied by the Russian Federation. This list is used to determine the right to receive social benefits and privileges for internally displaced persons. Internally displaced persons should check whether their settlements are included in the updated list.
On Allocating Funds to Ensure the Payment of Academic Scholarships Named After the Heroes of the Heavenly Hundred to Students and Cadets of Higher Education Institutions for the 2024/2025 Academic Year
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has allocated funds from the state budget reserve fund for the payment of academic scholarships named after the Heroes of the Heavenly Hundred. Students and cadets who receive these scholarships will be able to continue their studies. The Ministry of Education and Science must distribute the funds among educational institutions.
On the Redistribution of Certain State Budget Expenditures Provided to the Ministry of Veterans Affairs of Ukraine for 2026, and Amendments to Certain Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
The Cabinet of Ministers has redistributed state budget funds provided to the Ministry of Veterans Affairs of Ukraine for 2026. This will allow increasing funding for psychological rehabilitation, social and professional adaptation of veterans, as well as other support programs. The Ministry of Veterans Affairs must take into account the redistribution of funds when executing the budget.
On Amendments to Certain Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Implementation of a Pilot Project to Attract Certain Categories of Registered Unemployed Persons to Work
The government has amended resolutions regulating a pilot project to attract certain categories of unemployed persons to work. The goal is to promote the employment of the unemployed. The unemployed and employment centers should familiarize themselves with the changes to participate in the project.
On Amendments to Certain Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Peculiarities of Public Procurement to Meet the Urgent Needs of Functioning Critical Infrastructure Facilities Under Martial Law
The government has amended resolutions regulating public procurement for critical infrastructure facilities under martial law. The changes are intended to simplify and speed up procurement. Customers and procurement participants should familiarize themselves with the changes.
On Amendments to Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 484 of June 5, 2019
The government has amended the resolution that defines the mechanism for using funds to support animal husbandry. The goal is to improve the mechanism for providing support. Agricultural producers should familiarize themselves with the changes to receive support.
On Amendments to Resolution of the National Bank of Ukraine No. 362 of July 28, 2004
The National Bank of Ukraine has amended the resolution regulating валютні операції. The goal is to ensure the stability of the financial system. Banks and financial institutions should take these changes into account when conducting валютні операції.
On Certain Issues of the Functioning of the Electricity Market During the Transition Period
The government has amended the rules for the functioning of the electricity market during the transition period. The goal is to stabilize the market and ensure a reliable energy supply. Electricity market participants should familiarize themselves with the changes.
On Approval of Amendments to Certain Regulatory Legal Acts of the National Bank of Ukraine on Regulation of the Activities of Banking Group Institutions
The National Bank of Ukraine has amended regulatory legal acts on regulation of the activities of banking group institutions. The goal is to increase the stability of the banking system. Banking groups must meet the new requirements of the regulator.
On Amendments to Certain Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Implementation of State Control Over Compliance with Labor Legislation
The government has amended the procedures for exercising state control over compliance with labor legislation during martial law. Entrepreneurs should familiarize themselves with the new inspection rules. Inspection procedures have been changed to adapt to the conditions of martial law.
On Appointment and Dismissal of Judges
The President of Ukraine has issued decrees on the appointment and dismissal of judges in various regions of Ukraine. Staff changes in the judicial system may affect the consideration of cases in the respective regions.
On Amendments to the Procedures for Forming and Maintaining Insurance Reserves for Mandatory Insurance of Civil Liability of Owners of Land Vehicles
Amendments have been made to the procedures for forming funds that provide mandatory insurance of civil liability of vehicle owners. Insurance market participants should take these changes into account. The rules for forming insurance funds have been changed.
