Digest of Ukrainian Legislation
Orders Regarding Amendments to the Regulation on the Procedure for Handling Documents in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
Amendments have been made to the rules of electronic document flow in the Verkhovna Rada. Now, copies of electronic documents can be certified by clearly defined structural units. The rules for the formation and storage of files, especially in electronic form, as well as their preparation for archival storage, have been clarified. The rules for using archival documents are also detailed.
Resolutions of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Regarding the Conferring of the Title of Hero of Ukraine
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine supported several deputy requests for conferring the title of Hero of Ukraine (posthumously) on various servicemen and police officers. Parliament officially sent these requests to the President of Ukraine for further consideration. It is important to note that these are only requests, not final decisions on awarding, and their support indicates public resonance and the importance of these issues.
Resolutions of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Regarding the Draft Law on Amendments to Article 30-1 of the Law of Ukraine “On Child Protection”
The Verkhovna Rada adopted as a basis the draft law, which aims to simplify the process of obtaining the status of a child who has suffered as a result of hostilities or armed conflicts. This will allow children to receive the necessary assistance and support from the state more quickly. The draft will be finalized by the Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on Humanitarian and Information Policy.
Resolutions of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Regarding the Draft Law of Ukraine on Amendments to Article 323 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted as a basis the draft law, which aims to amend Article 323 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. The specific changes are currently unknown and will be finalized by the Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on Law Enforcement. It is important to monitor the further consideration of the draft law.
Appeal of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine to the Institutions of the European Union
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine appealed to the EU institutions with a request to strengthen trade liberalization and ensure the stability of trade relations. The appeal emphasizes the importance of supporting the Ukrainian economy and further integration of Ukraine into the European market to strengthen the strategic autonomy of the European Union. In particular, they call for amendments to the Association Agreement between Ukraine and the EU regarding tariff concessions.
Resolutions of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Regarding Improving the Process of Preparing Regulatory Legal Acts
The Verkhovna Rada adopted as a basis a draft law aimed at improving the quality and efficiency of the development of new regulations. The goal is to optimize the legislative process so that laws are clearer and more understandable. The Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on Legal Policy is instructed to finalize the draft law.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Transfer of Property to Territorial Communities
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine transferred free of charge Jinpeng electric scooters from state ownership to the ownership of territorial communities of the Chernihiv region. This property is distributed among various communities within the Koriukivka, Nizhyn, Novgorod-Siverskyi, and Chernihiv districts. Also, a civil defense protective structure was transferred to the ownership of the Pryluky city territorial community, which will be responsible for its maintenance.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding State Guarantee of Quality of Defense Goods, Works, and Services
The government approved the Procedure for Conducting Work on State Guarantee of Quality of Defense Goods, Works, and Services. It defines the procedures for controlling and ensuring the quality of products purchased for defense, both in Ukraine and abroad. State customers must conduct a risk assessment, and contracts must have clear requirements for quality assurance.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding Licensing of Fire Protection Activities
The government has amended the list of types of economic activity that require a license under martial law, including “Provision of services and performance of fire protection works.” Entities that have already submitted declarations for this activity must obtain a license within one month. Licenses are issued by the State Emergency Service in electronic form.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Recruitment of Foreigners to the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The government has improved the process of recruiting foreigners and stateless persons for military service under contract. The procedure for interaction between territorial recruitment centers, recruitment centers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and the Center for Recruitment of Foreigners has been determined. The issue of financial support for these measures at the expense of the state budget has also been regulated.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Individual Rehabilitation Program for a Person with a Disability
The government has amended the regulation on the individual rehabilitation program for a person with a disability. Now, information from these programs should be displayed in the person’s electronic account on the Social Web Portal of Electronic Services of the Ministry of Social Policy. This will provide convenient access for persons with disabilities to information about their rehabilitation programs.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Limit of Passenger Cars for the Ministry of Energy
The government increased the limit of passenger cars that can serve the Ministry of Energy from 1 to 3. It is important to note that this limit applies only to cars purchased with funds from international technical assistance.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Delegation for Negotiations with the Government of the United States
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine created a delegation for negotiations with the Government of the United States regarding the implementation of joint projects. The order defines the composition of the delegation and authorizes its head to make changes to the composition of the delegation and involve additional experts. The delegation includes representatives of various ministries and departments.
Orders of the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine Regarding Reports of Corruption
Amendments have been made to the internal procedures of the Ministry of Digital Transformation regarding the processing of reports of possible corruption offenses, in particular, the terminology and procedures have been clarified. A new Procedure for Organizing Work with Reports of Corruption has also been approved, which defines how the Ministry of Digital Transformation will receive, consider, and respond to such reports from whistleblowers, guaranteeing confidentiality and anonymity.
Orders of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine
Technical corrections have been made to the orders regarding the rules for branding leather and fur raw materials, sanitary treatment of poultry facilities, and certification of land management engineers and surveying engineers. The changes relate to correcting inaccuracies, clarifying wording, and replacing outdated terms. Also, emphasis is placed on the application of the Laws of Ukraine “On Administrative Procedure” and “On Administrative Services.”
Order of the National Securities and Stock Market Commission Regarding the “Hotline”
The NSSMC approved the Procedure for the Operation of the Telephone “Hotline” for Receiving Appeals from Citizens on Capital Markets and Organized Commodity Markets. The mechanism for organizing the operation of the “hotline”, tasks, work schedule, and procedure for recording appeals are defined. Employees will provide consultations or recommend submitting a written appeal.
Orders of the Ministry of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine
Technical corrections have been made to the form of the report and the procedure for submitting the report on the implementation of international territorial cooperation. Amendments have also been made to the list of goods that must be accompanied by departmental paramilitary security on railway transport, in particular, the list of ferrous metal scrap that does not require security has been clarified. The form of the report on the implementation of international territorial cooperation has been approved and the procedure for its submission, which should be carried out by local executive authorities and local self-government bodies annually by March 31, has been determined.
Order of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine Regarding the Permissible Content of Chemical Substances in the Air of the Working Area
Amendments have been made to the State Sanitary Regulations on the permissible content of chemical substances in the air of the working area. New chemical substances have been added to the list and the standards for some existing ones have been updated. The order is aimed at ensuring safe working conditions and protecting the health of workers.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine Regarding the Determination of the Subject of Procurement
Amendments have been made to the procedure for determining the subject of procurement, in particular, the rules for determining the subject of procurement of works, services for current repairs, as well as goods and services for protocol events in the field of defense have been clarified. When determining the subject of procurement of works, it is necessary to take into account the updated references to regulatory documents in the field of construction, and when purchasing services for current repairs, to be guided by the classifier of buildings and structures.
Digest of Ukrainian Legislation (April 23, 2025)
Accounting Prices for Bank Metals from the NBU
The National Bank of Ukraine has set accounting prices for bank metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are used for accounting and reporting by banks and financial institutions. It is important that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at these prices, so they are not market prices.
Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia from the NBU
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies, including the US dollar, euro, and others. These rates are used for accounting and NBU operations with the State Treasury Service. Market rates, which may differ from official rates, are used for ordinary foreign exchange transactions.
