Digest of Ukrainian Legislation
NBU Resolution on Accounting Prices for Banking Metals
The National Bank of Ukraine establishes accounting prices for banking metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are needed by banks and financial institutions for internal accounting and reporting. It is important to understand that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at these prices.
NBU Announcement on the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia
The National Bank of Ukraine publishes the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDR (special drawing rights). These rates are used for accounting, transactions between the NBU and the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. The NBU is not obliged to buy or sell currency at these rates.
Law on Ensuring Voters with Health Impairments with Reasonable Accommodation
The Central Election Commission determines how voters with disabilities or temporary health problems will be provided with assistive devices at polling stations. The polling stations should have magnifying glasses, pen attachments, additional lighting, and QR codes with information in sign language. One of the voting booths must be adapted for persons with disabilities and people with limited mobility.
CEC Resolution Regarding the Complaint of the Lviv Regional Organization of the “Ukrainian Galician Party”
The Central Election Commission refused to satisfy the complaint regarding the inaction of the Lviv Regional Territorial Election Commission, as the TEC had already registered the relevant deputy at the time of consideration of the complaint. The requirement for early termination of the powers of the TEC cannot be the subject of a complaint, as it is the discretionary right of the CEC.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on the Symbolism of the State Treasury Service of Ukraine
The President of Ukraine officially approved the emblem and flag of the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. Their descriptions, drawings, and rules of use are defined, which is necessary for clear identification and representation of the service.
Order of the President of Ukraine on the Delegation for Negotiations with the IBRD
The President of Ukraine created a delegation for negotiations with the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development regarding additional financing for the “Housing Repair for People’s Empowerment (HOPE)” project. The composition of the delegation is determined, and the Vice Prime Minister for the Reconstruction of Ukraine is authorized to sign the financing agreement.
Order of the CMU on the Change of the Administrative-Territorial Structure
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine transferred four settlements in the Dnipropetrovsk region – Zorya, Mayak, Myrove, and Prohres – from the category of settlements to the category of villages. This decision was made on the basis of the Law of Ukraine “On the Procedure for Resolving Certain Issues of the Administrative-Territorial Structure of Ukraine”.
Resolution of the CMU on Professional Training of Certain Categories of Citizens
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedures governing the professional training of persons with disabilities and combatants. Terminology was harmonized, procedures were simplified, the needs of persons with disabilities were taken into account, and the validity of the voucher was increased from 90 to 120 days.
Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine on the Application of Sanctions (Individuals and Legal Entities)
The National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine decided to apply personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) to individuals and legal entities. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the SSU, the NBU, and other bodies must ensure the implementation and monitoring of these sanctions, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs must inform international bodies about the application of sanctions.
Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine on the Application of Sanctions (Individuals)
The National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine decided to apply personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) to individuals. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the SSU, the NBU, and other bodies must ensure the implementation and monitoring of these sanctions, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs must inform international bodies about the application of sanctions.
Decree of the President on Enactment of the Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Regarding Sanctions (General)
The President of Ukraine enacted the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine on the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions). The Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council will monitor the implementation of the decision.
Decree of the President on Enactment of the Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Regarding Sanctions (Other)
The President of Ukraine enacted the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine on the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions). Control over the implementation of the decision of the National Security and Defense Council is entrusted to the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council.
NBU Resolution No. 49 on Describing the Scheme of Payment Operations
The National Bank of Ukraine approved the “Rules for Describing the Scheme of Payment Operations”. Providers of financial payment services and payment system operators are obliged to develop and approve schemes for the execution of payment operations. The schemes must contain a graphic representation of the movement of funds and a description of these processes, as well as the procedure for using unique identifiers and QR codes.
Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Regarding the Application of Sanctions (Individuals)
The National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine decided to apply sanctions to individuals, the list of which is given in the annex to the decision. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the SSU, the NBU, and other bodies must ensure the implementation and monitoring of the effectiveness of these sanctions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine must inform international bodies about the application of sanctions.
Decree of the President on Enactment of the Decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Regarding Sanctions (Individuals)
The President of Ukraine enacted the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine on the application of sanctions to individuals. Control over the implementation of the decision is entrusted to the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on Amending the List of Positions in the Ministry of Defense for Military Personnel
The President of Ukraine amended the list of positions in the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine that may be filled by military personnel during martial law. The maximum military rank for the position of Deputy Minister has been changed to “Lieutenant General, Vice Admiral”.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on the Appointment of Scholarships to Outstanding Athletes
The President of Ukraine appointed scholarships to outstanding Ukrainian athletes and their coaches for achievements at the 2024 Olympic Games, World Championships and European Championships in 2024. The amount of scholarships depends on the level of achievement and competition and ranges from 1.5 to 16 subsistence minimums.
Order of the SSU on Amendments to the Regulation on Dormitories
The Security Service of Ukraine has amended the Regulation on the Use of Dormitories of the Central Administration of the SSU. The changes concern the list of documents for settlement, clarification of references to regulations and the name of one of the annexes to the Regulation.
Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs on the Cancellation of the Order of the Ministry of Emergency Situations Regarding the Classification of Aviation Personnel
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine canceled the order of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Ukraine, which approved the Instruction on the Procedure for Conducting the Classification of Aviation Personnel of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Ukraine. This means that the mentioned Instruction is no longer valid.
Order of the Ministry of Finance on the Exchange of Information Between the SPS and the SCS
The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine has expanded the list of information systems through which the State Tax Service (SPS) and the State Customs Service (SCS) exchange data. Registers of licensees and places of circulation of alcohol, tobacco and fuel have been added, which should contribute to more effective control over the circulation of excisable goods.
Order of the Ministry of Economy on Remuneration of Heads of State Enterprises
The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine has established the procedure for determining the remuneration for heads of state enterprises, institutions and organizations, as well as for chairmen and members of the board of joint-stock companies, 100% of whose shares are owned by the state. It determines how the salary, bonuses are calculated and establishes restrictions on the accrual of bonuses during martial law.
Regulations on the Use of Dormitories of the Central Administration of the SSU
This document regulates the procedure for providing housing in dormitories of the Central Administration of the SSU, defines the conditions of residence for SSU employees and their families, and establishes rules for the distribution of living space, rights and obligations of residents, the procedure for payment for accommodation and eviction.
Order of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy on the Cancellation of the Order Regarding the System of Remote Control of Fishing Vessels
The Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine canceled the previous order of 2003, which concerned the system of remote control of fishing vessels, in order to bring the regulatory framework into compliance with current legislation.
Order of the Ministry of Education and Science on the Transfer of Students to the Next Year of Study
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine has amended the procedure for transferring students to the next year of study in specialized education institutions of a scientific profile. The mandatory use of electronic systems, such as AICOM or educational mobile applications, for the transfer of students has been introduced.
Order of the Ministry of Education and Science on the Transfer of Students Using AICOM
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine introduces electronic interaction and the use of online services, in particular AICOM and the mobile application “Mriya”, for the transfer of students in institutions of general secondary and specialized education of a scientific profile.
Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs on Amendments to the Regulation on the Database of Forensic Experts
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine has amended the Regulation on the database of the register of certified forensic experts of the Expert Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The document defines the procedure for the formation and maintenance of this database, which contains information about employees of the Expert Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs who have the qualification of a forensic expert.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on Awarding Military Personnel
The President of Ukraine has awarded state awards to servicemen and other persons for personal courage and dedication in protecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on Awarding State Awards and Conferring Honorary Titles
The President of Ukraine recognized citizens for their significant contribution to the development of various spheres of public life during martial law, as well as for conscientious performance of professional duties. The awarding took place through the awarding of state awards and the assignment of honorary titles.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the accounting price of banking metals**
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1. **Essence of the document:** This is an official notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the accounting prices for banking metals (gold, silver, platinum, and palladium) as of April 29, 2025. These prices are used for accounting and reporting purposes, but the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.
2. **Structure and main provisions:**
* The document is in the form of a notification from the NBU.
* It contains a table with information about each banking metal:
* Digital code of the metal
* Letter code of the metal (according to international standards)
* Number of troy ounces (in this case – 1)
* Name of the banking metal
* Accounting price in hryvnias per one troy ounce
3. **Important provisions for use:**
* The accounting prices indicated in the notification are valid only for April 29, 2025.
* These prices are used for internal accounting and reporting by banks and other financial institutions.
* It is important to remember that the NBU is not obliged to carry out purchase and sale transactions of banking metals at these prices. This is only a benchmark for accounting.
### **On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies**
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1. **Essence of the document:** This is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (special drawing rights) for a specific date – April 29, 2025. These rates are used for reflection in accounting, for NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases defined by law. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell currency at these rates.
2. **Structure and main provisions:** The document is a table listing foreign currencies and SDRs, their digital and letter codes, the number of currency/SDR units, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against them. Compared to previous versions, only the information on the exchange rate, which is set by the NBU on a specific date, changes.
3. **Key provisions for use:** The most important is the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against each currency/SDR, as it is used for:
* Maintaining accounting records.
* Conducting transactions between the NBU and the DKSU.
* Other cases stipulated by the legislation of Ukraine.
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On the Procedure for Providing Reasonable Accommodation (Assistive Devices) to Voters with Health Impairments (Due to Disability, Temporary Health Disorder, Age) in the Polling Station
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1. **Essence of the Law:** This act, issued by the Central Election Commission, defines the procedure for providing voters with health impairments (disability, temporary health disorder, age) with reasonable accommodation (assistive devices) in polling stations. It aims to create conditions for the personal and free expression of will of such voters in elections.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The law consists of three sections and an appendix.
* It defines which assistive devices should be available at polling stations (magnifying glasses, pen grips, additional lighting, QR codes with information in sign language and audio format).
* Establishes who is responsible for the acquisition, accounting, storage, and transfer of these devices to precinct election commissions.
* Indicates the need to adapt one of the voting booths for persons with disabilities and people with limited mobility.
* It also stipulates that a voter may use their own assistive devices or the assistance of another person.
3. **Main Provisions for Use:**
* Precinct election commissions must inform voters about available assistive devices and promote their use.
* The use of assistive devices should not violate the secrecy of voting.
* The provision of polling stations with assistive devices is carried out by the CEC, district/territorial election commissions, and local authorities.
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On the Complaint of the Lviv Regional Organization of the Political Party “Ukrainian Galician Party”, Registered with the Central Election Commission on March 27, 2025, No. 21-34-2110
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1. **Essence of the Resolution:**
This resolution concerns the complaint of the Lviv Regional Organization of the Political Party “Ukrainian Galician Party” regarding the inaction of the Lviv Regional Territorial Election Commission in the matter of registering a deputy of the regional council. The Central Election Commission (CEC) considered the complaint and decided to refuse its satisfaction, since
and at the time of consideration of the complaint, the territorial election commission had already registered the respective deputy. Other demands of the complaint, including the early termination of the powers of the territorial election commission, were also not satisfied.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
The resolution consists of a descriptive and an operative part. The descriptive part outlines the essence of the complaint, the arguments of the parties, and the justification of the CEC’s position. The operative part contains the decision to refuse the satisfaction of the complaint, as well as instructions for sending a copy of the resolution to the interested parties and its publication.
Main provisions of the resolution:
* The CEC established that at the time of consideration of the complaint, the Lviv Regional TEC had already registered the deputy, which eliminated the subject of the dispute.
* The demand for early termination of the powers of the TEC cannot be the subject of a complaint, as it is the discretionary right of the CEC.
3. **Most Important Provisions for Use:**
The most important provision is that the election commission refuses to satisfy the complaint if, at the time of its consideration, the subject of appeal has already taken the necessary actions to restore the rights of the complainant. This emphasizes the importance of the prompt response of election commissions to appeals and complaints. Also important is the CEC’s clarification regarding the impossibility of demanding early termination of the TEC’s powers in a complaint.
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**On the symbols of the State Treasury Service of Ukraine**
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1. **Essence of the Law:**
This Decree officially approves the emblem and flag of the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, defines their descriptions, drawings, and procedure for use. This is necessary for the clear identification and representation of the State Treasury Service of Ukraine as a state body.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
The Decree consists of several parts:
* Establishment of the emblem and flag of the State Treasury Service of Ukraine.
* Approval of the description of the emblem, the drawing of the emblem, the description of the flag, the drawing of the flag, and the procedure for their use.
* Determination of the date of entry into force of the Decree.
The document contains detailed descriptions and drawings of the emblem and flag, and also defines the rules for their use in various situations.
3. **Main Provisions for Use:**
* The emblem and flag are official symbols indicating affiliation with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine.
* The locations of the emblem and flag are determined: official offices of the leadership,
buildings of the State Treasury Service of Ukraine.
* It is allowed to reproduce the emblem and flag in a monochrome version and on printed products.
* The Head of the State Treasury Service of Ukraine may determine additional features of the use of symbols.
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On the Delegation of Ukraine for Participation in Negotiations with the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development Regarding the Conclusion of a Financing Agreement (Additional Financing for the “Housing Repair for People’s Empowerment and Recovery (HOPE)” Project) between Ukraine and the International Development Association
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1. **Essence of the Order:**
The Order of the President of Ukraine concerns the establishment of a delegation to conduct negotiations with the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) regarding additional financing for the “Housing Repair for People’s Empowerment and Recovery (HOPE)” project. It defines the composition of the delegation, approves directives for negotiations, and authorizes the Vice Prime Minister for Restoration of Ukraine to sign the financing agreement.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* **Establishment of a delegation:** A delegation is formed from representatives of various ministries and departments, such as the Ministry of Communities and Territories Development, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Justice.
* **Composition of the delegation:** Specific individuals who are members of the delegation are listed, indicating their positions.
* **Powers of the head of the delegation:** The head of the delegation is granted the right to make changes to the composition of the delegation in consultation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as to involve advisors and experts.
* **Approval of directives:** Directives are approved for the delegation, which define the strategy and scope of negotiations (the document is marked “for official use”).
* **Authorization for signing:** The Vice Prime Minister for Restoration of Ukraine is authorized to sign the financing agreement with the IBRD.
3. **Key Provisions for Use:**
* **Composition of the delegation:** It is important to know the composition of the delegation for coordinating actions and identifying responsible persons.
* **Directives for negotiations:** Although the directives have limited access, their existence indicates the presence of clear guidelines for conducting negotiations.
* **Person authorized to sign:** The Vice Prime Minister is the only person authorized to sign the agreement, which determines the procedure for its conclusion.
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**On the Application of Personal Special Economic and Other Restrictive Measures (Sanctions)**
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1. **Essence of the decision:** The NSDC decision of April 18, 2025, enacted by the Presidential Decree, provides for the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) to individuals and legal entities. This decision supported the proposals of the Security Service of Ukraine regarding the introduction of sanctions. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the SSU, the NBU, and the State Awards Commission must ensure the implementation and monitoring of the effectiveness of these sanctions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine should inform international bodies about the application of sanctions and initiate the introduction of similar measures.
2. **Structure of the decision:** The decision consists of four points and two appendices.
* Point 1 supports the SSU’s proposals regarding the application of sanctions.
* Point 2 defines the application of sanctions to individuals (appendix 1) and legal entities (appendix 2).
* Point 3 assigns the government and other bodies responsibilities for the implementation and monitoring of sanctions.
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