Resolution on the Use of Budget Funds for the Restoration of National Memory: Now, funds for the restoration and preservation of national memory can be used to create digital resources, such as online platforms and mobile applications. The main change is that reports are submitted to the Economic and Financial Department of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers, and not to the Interdepartmental Commission.
Amendments to the experimental project “Made in Ukraine”: Fuel, namely gasoline, diesel, and liquefied gas, regardless of the country of origin, has been added to state aid in the form of cashback. The amount of cashback depends on the type of fuel: 10% for gasoline, 15% for diesel, and 5% for gas. There is a limit on the amount of cashback for fuel – no more than 1000 hryvnias and is valid until May 1, 2026.
Resolution on a one-time cash payment: In April 2026, certain categories of the population will receive a one-time payment of 1,500 hryvnias. The payment is provided to pensioners, internally displaced persons, low-income families, and other vulnerable categories of the population. The payment will be made automatically and will not affect the receipt of other types of social assistance.
Order on the assignment of ranks to civil servants: This order assigns the second and third ranks to civil servants. The assignment of a rank affects the status and remuneration of civil servants.
NSDC Decision on Sanctions: The National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) has decided to apply personal special economic and other sanctions to certain individuals and legal entities at the proposal of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU). The list of persons subject to sanctions defines restrictions on their activities.
Presidential Decree on the Enactment of the NSDC Decision on Sanctions: This Decree legitimizes the NSDC’s decision to apply sanctions, making it binding. Control over implementation is entrusted to the Secretary of the NSDC. The NSDC decision, which is put into effect by this Decree, is important because it defines the list of persons to whom sanctions are applied and the list of restrictive measures.
Separate Opinion of a Judge of the Constitutional Court: A judge of the Constitutional Court (CCU) expressed a separate opinion regarding the decision in the case based on a constitutional complaint, emphasizing the importance of a “constitutional dialogue” between the CCU and the legislator. When assessing the impartiality of a judge, it is important to consider not only the fact of participation in previous stages of the proceedings but also the content of procedural powers.
Changes Regarding the Approval of Managers in Capital Markets: The National Securities and Stock Market Commission (NSSMC) now conducts a comprehensive assessment of candidates for the positions of managers of professional participants in capital markets, taking into account business reputation and professional suitability. The assessment period has been increased to 60 calendar days. Deadlines have been established for re-submission of documents for the approval of a person who has been denied.
Ratification of the Agreement with Canada on the Protection of Restricted Information: Ukraine has ratified the Agreement with Canada on the Mutual Protection of Restricted Information. The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is designated as the competent authority responsible for activities related to such information. Implementing arrangements must be agreed with the Security Service of Ukraine.
Ratification of the Agreement on Economic Partnership with the UAE: Ukraine has ratified the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with the United Arab Emirates. The agreement does not apply to the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine until full Ukrainian control over them is restored.
Amendments to the Law “On Scientific and Scientific-Technical Activity”: The law aims to improve the regulatory framework in the field of science and technology. The concept of open science, open access to scientific results is being introduced. A Register of research infrastructure is being created, and the institution of postdoctoral studies is being introduced.
Law on Engineering Infrastructure of Land Reclamation Systems: Amendments are being made to the legislation of Ukraine in order to improve the management of engineering infrastructure facilities of land reclamation systems. It is aimed at increasing the efficiency of the use and maintenance of these facilities, as well as ensuring their sustainable operation.
Law on Flood Risks: The law aims to improve the flood risk management system in Ukraine and ensure the possibility of Ukraine’s participation in the Civil Protection Mechanism of the European Union.
Changes to the Application Form for Financial Assistance to Victims of Armed Aggression: Changes are being made to the wording of the paragraphs of the application, in particular, clarifications regarding criminal liability, which may affect the process of submitting and reviewing applications for financial assistance.
Approval of the Application Form for Financial Assistance to Victims of Armed Aggression: The approved application form is a standardized document that must be completed in order to receive financial assistance.
Instruction on Providing Housing in the State Security Administration (UDO): The instruction covers various aspects of providing housing, including the provision of official premises, housing for permanent residence, monetary compensation, and places in dormitories.
Decision of the ECHR in the case of “Bilous v. Ukraine”: The Court found that such actions by the state placed a disproportionate burden on the applicant, as no compensation was provided for the lost property.
Decision of the ECHR in the case of “Bilko and Others v. Ukraine”: The Court found a violation of Article 1 of Protocol No. 1 to the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms.
Decision of the ECHR in the case of “Myronenko v. Ukraine”: The Court found that the applicant was deprived of the opportunity to have her case examined on its merits due to inconsistencies between the courts regarding the jurisdiction of her claim.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the accounting price of banking metals**
This notification from the National Bank of Ukraine establishes the accounting prices for banking metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium as of March 20, 2026. These prices are calculated per troy ounce of each metal and are used for accounting purposes. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.
The structure of the notification is simple: it contains a table with codes (numeric and alphabetic), the number of troy ounces, the name of the banking metal, and its accounting price in hryvnias.
The main provision to consider is that the specified accounting prices are not binding for the purchase or sale of banking metals by the National Bank of Ukraine. They serve only for accounting purposes and may differ from market prices.
### **On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies**
This is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine on the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – March 20, 2026. The document provides a list of currencies, their codes (numeric and alphabetic), the number of currency/SDR units, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia for each of them.
The structure of the notification is simple: it is a table where each currency is represented by a separate row with the corresponding data. An important note at the bottom indicates that these rates are used for accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and in other cases defined by law, but do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell these currencies at the specified rates.
The most important thing to understand is that these rates are official, but not binding for foreign exchange transactions in the market. They are used for certain purposes defined by law, in particular for accounting and reporting.
### **On Amendments to the Procedure for Using Funds Provided in the State Budget for Implementing Measures for the Implementation of State Policy in the Field of Restoration and Preservation of National Memory**
Good day! Here is a brief analysis of the provided act:
1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution amends the procedure for using budget funds allocated for the implementation of stateregarding policies in the field of restoration and preservation of national memory. The changes concern the redistribution of responsibilities between different bodies and the expansion of the list of possible uses of funds.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The resolution amends the Procedure for the Use of Funds, approved by Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 421 of May 5, 2015.
* There is a redistribution of functions from the “IACMP” (Interdepartmental Commission on the Perpetuation of the Memory of Victims of War and Political Repressions) to the хозяйственно-финансового департаменту Секретаріату Кабінету Міністрів України [Economic and Financial Department of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine].
* The list of directions for the use of funds is expanded, expenses for the creation and maintenance of information and communication systems, online platforms, electronic resources and mobile applications, as well as payment for services for displaying promotional materials, are added.
* The Institute of National Memory submits reports on the use of funds to the хозяйственно-финансового департаменту Секретаріату Кабінету Міністрів України [Economic and Financial Department of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine] and the Ministry of Finance.
3. **Main Provisions for Use:**
* The changes indicate that funds can be used to create digital resources and promote the history of Ukraine through online platforms and mobile applications.
* It is important to note that reports on the use of funds are now submitted to the хозяйственно-финансового департаменту Секретаріату Кабінету Міністрів України [Economic and Financial Department of the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine], and not to the IACMP.
**On Amendments to the Procedure for Implementing an Experimental Project on Providing State Monetary Assistance to Buyers of Ukrainian-Made Goods and Services within the All-Ukrainian Economic Platform “Made in Ukraine”**
This resolution amends the Procedure for Implementing an Experimental Project on Providing State Monetary Assistance to Buyers of Ukrainian-Made Goods and Services within the “Made in Ukraine” platform. Now, the Procedure applies to the provision of state monetary assistance to buyers of fuel, namely motor gasoline, diesel fuel, and liquefied gas, which are sold on the territory of Ukraine, regardless of the country of origin of the fuel.
Structurally, the changes concern the expansion of the scope of the experimental project to fuel, making appropriate additions to the clauses that define the conditions for receiving assistance, the procedure for entering information into the system, and calculating cashback. In particular, it is established
…the cashback amounts for purchased fuel until May 1, 2026: 10% on gasoline, 15% on diesel fuel, and 5% on liquefied gas, with a limit on the cashback amount for fuel of 1000 hryvnias.
The most important provision is the introduction of cashback on fuel, which may stimulate demand for fuel sold in Ukraine. It is also important to pay attention to the expiration date of the cashback on fuel (until May 1, 2026) and the limit on the cashback amount for fuel within 1000 hryvnias.
Certain Issues of Providing a One-Time Monetary Supplement to Certain Categories of the Population
Good day! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 341 dated March 18, 2026.
1. **Essence of the Law:**
The Resolution provides for the provision in April 2026 of a one-time monetary supplement in the amount of 1500 hryvnias to certain categories of the population who receive certain types of pensions, assistance, or belong to vulnerable categories. The main goal is additional targeted social support for these citizens.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The Resolution defines the categories of the population who are entitled to receive the supplement, including pensioners (by age, disability, in connection with the loss of a breadwinner, for long service), internally displaced persons, low-income families, persons who are not entitled to a pension, persons with disabilities, and families with children.
* It is established that the financing of the supplement is carried out from the funds of the solidarity pension insurance system and the state budget, allocated to the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity.
* The supplement is paid automatically, without the need for additional application, and is not taken into account when calculating the total family income for receiving other types of assistance.
* Amendments are made to the procedures for the use of budget funds for the social protection of children and families, as well as citizens who find themselves in difficult life circumstances, to include the possibility of paying this one-time supplement.
3. **Main Provisions for Use:**
* **Right to Supplement:** It is important to pay attention to the list of categories of the population who are entitled to receive the supplement, and the conditions they must meet (for example, the amount of the pension, the type of assistance).
* **Automatic Payment:** The supplement is paid automatically, which simplifies the process for recipients, but it is important to make sure that the payment has actually been made.
* **Funding:** Funds for the payment of the allowance are allocated from various sources, depending on the category of the recipient.
* **Not included in income:** The received allowance does not affect the right to receive other types of social assistance.
I hope this helps you better understand the essence of this resolution.
On присвоєння рангів державним службовцям
This is an order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, which assigns ranks to civil servants in accordance with the Law of Ukraine “On Civil Service”. The order assigns the second and third ranks of civil servant.
The structure of the order includes a preamble with a reference to Article 39 of the Law of Ukraine “On Civil Service”, as well as a list of persons to whom the corresponding ranks are assigned. The list indicates the last name, first name, patronymic of the person and their position.
The most important provision of this order is the direct assignment of ranks to civil servants, as this affects their status, wages and other aspects of civil service.
On the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions)
The decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) concerns the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures, i.e., sanctions, to specific individuals and legal entities. The decision supports the proposals of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) regarding the introduction of these sanctions.
The structure of the decision includes the main part, which defines the support for the SBU’s proposals and the decision to apply sanctions, as well as two appendices listing the individuals and legal entities to whom these sanctions apply. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the SBU, the National Bank of Ukraine, and the Commission on State Awards and Heraldry are instructed to 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 and initiate the introduction of similar measures on their part.
The most important thing to use this decision is the list of individuals and legal entities that are subject to sanctions, as these individuals are subject to restrictions in their activities. Also important is the mechanism for implementing and monitoring the effectiveness of sanctions, which must
