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Review of Draft Laws as of 31/12/2024 1. Draft Law on Amendments to the Labor Code of Ukraine regarding the protection of workers’ rights during remote work The draft law proposes to introduce comprehensive regulations for remote work, including: – Clear definition of remote work conditions – Guarantees of social and labor rights for remote workers – Mechanisms for compensation of expenses related to remote work – Procedures for communication and performance evaluation – Provisions for workplace safety and health protection 2. Draft Law on Cybersecurity and Digital Infrastructure Protection Key provisions include: – Updated classification of cyber threats – Enhanced mechanisms for critical infrastructure protection – Responsibilities of state and private entities in ensuring cybersecurity – Procedures for incident response and prevention – International cooperation frameworks in cybersecurity 3. Draft Law on Environmental Liability and Sustainable Development Main objectives: – Strengthening environmental protection mechanisms – Introducing stricter liability for ecological violations – Stimulating green technologies and sustainable business practices – Creating economic incentives for environmental investments – Aligning national legislation with EU environmental standards

7 Draft Laws Registered: 12368 Draft Law on Amendments to the Law of Ukraine "On Judiciary and Status of Judges" and Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine Regarding Legal Foundations for Establishing and Functioning of a Specialized Administrative Court Initiating Entity: Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine 12369 Draft Law on Amendments to the Labor Code of Ukraine and Other…

Notice concerning the entry into force of the Strategic Partnership Agreement between the European Union and its Member States, of the one part, and Japan, of the other part

The Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) between the EU and Japan represents a comprehensive framework for enhanced cooperation and strategic coordination between these major global powers. This legally binding agreement covers various areas of cooperation, including security, trade, environmental protection, and cultural exchange. The Agreement consists of several sections addressing political dialogue, global challenges, economic cooperation,…

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3210 of 18 December 2024 laying down rules for the application of Regulation (EU) 2023/956 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the CBAM registry

This Regulation establishes detailed rules for the operation of the CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) registry - a standardized electronic database for managing CBAM certificates, declarations, and registrations. The registry will serve as the central platform for all CBAM-related operations between the EU authorities and economic operators.The act consists of 4 chapters and 24 articles,…

Directive (EU) 2024/3237 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 December 2024 amending Directive (EU) 2015/413 facilitating cross-border exchange of information on road-safety-related traffic offences (Text with EEA relevance)

This Directive amends Directive (EU) 2015/413 to strengthen cross-border enforcement of road safety rules and facilitate information exchange between EU member states regarding traffic offenses.The key changes include:Expanding the scope of covered traffic offenses to include new violations like dangerous overtaking, wrong-way driving, failing to keep safe distance, and hit-and-run incidents Establishing detailed requirements for…

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3172 of 29 November 2024 laying down implementing technical standards for the application of Regulation (EU) No 575/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to public disclosures by institutions of the information referred to in Part Eight, Titles II and III, of that Regulation, and repealing Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/637

This Regulation establishes new implementing technical standards for public disclosures by financial institutions regarding prudential requirements, risk management, and other key metrics. It implements changes introduced by Basel III standards into EU legislation.The Regulation replaces the previous Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/637 and introduces comprehensive disclosure requirements in areas like capital adequacy, liquidity, credit risk, market…

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/3245 of 19 December 2024 amending Annexes I and II to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/594 laying down special control measures for African swine fever and repealing Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2976 concerning certain interim emergency measures relating to African swine fever in Germany

This is a Commission Implementing Regulation amending Annexes I and II to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/594 regarding African swine fever control measures.The regulation updates the zoning and control measures for African swine fever in several EU member states, particularly modifying restricted zones I, II and III in response to changes in the epidemiological situation. The…

Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/3190 of 19 December 2024 on the use of bisphenol A (BPA) and other bisphenols and bisphenol derivatives with harmonised classification for specific hazardous properties in certain materials and articles intended to come into contact with food, amending Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 and repealing Regulation (EU) 2018/213

This Regulation establishes new rules on the use of bisphenol A (BPA) and other bisphenols in materials and articles intended for contact with food. It introduces a general prohibition on the use of BPA and its salts in food contact materials, with very limited exceptions.The Regulation's structure includes 14 articles and 3 annexes covering definitions,…

Review of Ukrainian legislation for 31/12/2024

Changes in Defense and Security Sector: - Import of components for production of drones, counter-technical intelligence systems, and demining equipment is exempted from import duty and VAT for the period of martial law. - Deferments from military service mobilization, previously granted through the Ministry of Economy or "Diia", are extended for 1 month (but not later…

On Approval of the Procedure for ARMA’s Access to the Unified State Register of Declarations of Persons Authorized to Perform State or Local Self-Government Functions

Order Establishing the Procedure for the National Agency for Identification, Search and Management of Assets (ARMA) to Access the Unified State Register of Civil Servants' Declarations The order establishes the procedure for the National Agency for Identification, Search and Management of Assets (ARMA) to access the Unified State Register of Civil Servants' Declarations. This allows ARMA…

Law on Amendments to the Tax Code of Ukraine and Other Laws of Ukraine Regarding VAT Exemption for Importing Certain Defense-Related Goods into the Customs Territory of Ukraine

Law Amending the Tax Code of Ukraine and Other Laws Regarding VAT Exemption for Defense-Related Goods Import and Regulation of Charitable Organizations' Taxation The law introduces amendments to the Tax Code of Ukraine and other laws, focusing on VAT exemption for defense-related goods import and regulating charitable organizations' taxation. Structurally, the law consists of two sections:…

Law on Amendments to the Customs Code of Ukraine Regarding Exemption from Import Duty on Certain Defense-Related Goods and the Law of Ukraine “On Certain Issues of Importing to the Customs Territory of Ukraine and Conducting the First State Registration of Vehicles” Concerning Environmental Compliance Requirements

Law Amending the Customs Code of Ukraine and the Law on Vehicle Importation, Aimed at Supporting the Defense Industry and Updating Environmental Requirements for Transport Main Provisions: • Exempted from import duty are components for production of: - Unmanned systems - Means of countering technical intelligence - Demining machines - Remote weapon control systems (Exemption valid during martial law period) • New EURO-6…

DECISION OF THE SECOND SENATE OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL COURT OF UKRAINE IN THE CASE ON THE CONSTITUTIONAL COMPLAINT OF KYRYL ANDRIIOVYCH BURMA REGARDING THE COMPLIANCE WITH THE CONSTITUTION OF UKRAINE (CONSTITUTIONALITY) OF THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE 51 OF THE CIVIL CODE OF UKRAINE (CONCERNING CONSTITUTIONAL GUARANTEES OF RIGHTS OF INDIVIDUAL ENTREPRENEURS)

This decision of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine concerns the constitutionality of Article 51 of the Civil Code of Ukraine, which stipulates that normative legal acts regulating the activities of legal entities shall apply to entrepreneurial activities of individuals, unless otherwise established by law. Structurally, the decision consists of an analysis of three main issues: 1. Whether…

Amendment to Item 31-1 of the Procedure for Using Funds from the Reserve Budget Fund

Resolution amends the Procedure for Using Reserve Fund Budget Funds, expanding the possibilities of its use for measures related to strengthening the state's defense capability. Structurally, the document contains only one change - supplementing paragraph 31-1 of the Procedure for Using Reserve Fund Budget Funds with the words 'with strengthening the state's defense capability'. The…

On Conferring an Honorary Name to the 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

By the Decree of the President of Ukraine, an honorary name has been awarded to the 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. From now on, the full name of the unit is the 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade "Velykyi Luh" of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces…

On the Extension of Deferment Periods from Military Service Call-up during Mobilization

Resolution regulates the issue of automatic extension of military service deferments during mobilization, which were previously granted to conscripts through the Ministry of Economy or the "Diia" portal. The document consists of two main points: the first establishes automatic extension of deferment periods for one month (but no later than February 28, 2025), the second…
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