## Digest of Legislative Changes
### Notification from the National Bank of Ukraine on Establishing the Official Hryvnia Exchange Rate
This is an official notification from the NBU regarding the establishment of the official hryvnia exchange rate against foreign currencies and SDRs as of February 20, 2026. The exchange rates are used for accounting purposes and transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. It is important to note that the NBU is not obligated to buy or sell currencies at these rates, therefore the market rate should be considered in foreign exchange transactions.
### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Limit of Passenger Cars for the National Health Service of Ukraine
This resolution amends the limit on passenger cars serving executive authorities, specifically increasing the limit for the National Health Service of Ukraine from “6” to “6 5***”. These changes should be taken into account when planning and using the NHSU’s motor transport.
### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Award for Youth Achievements
The resolution clarifies the age criterion for candidates for the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Award for special achievements of youth in the development of Ukraine. The age of candidates is clearly defined as “up to 35 years inclusive,” which means that individuals who have reached the age of 35 at the time of submitting documents can also apply for the award.
### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Medical Services
The resolution amends the procedure for using budget funds for medical services for certain categories of citizens. The list of persons entitled to receive medical services at the expense of budget funds has been expanded, in particular, persons with disabilities who have suffered as a result of the Chornobyl disaster are included. Also, services for cryopreservation of reproductive cells for military personnel are included.
### Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Assigning the Rank of Civil Servant
The order assigns the second rank of civil servant to Voinalovych Viktor Anatoliyovych, who is the First Deputy Head of the State Service of Ukraine for Ethnopolitics and Freedom of Conscience. The rank is assigned in accordance with the Law of Ukraine “On Civil Service”.
### Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Appointing a Deputy Minister of Education
By order, Sofiienko Anastasiia Petrivna is appointed Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine. This is the basis for her to take office and perform the corresponding duties.
### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Energy Resilience
The resolution expands the list of equipment for which state support is provided, including generators of various types, and also changes the conditions for providing support to Condominiums of Apartment Buildings (OSBB) and Housing and Construction Cooperatives (ZhBK). Restrictions are established on the provision of state support to OSBBs and ZhBKs that have already received assistance. These changes are aimed at stimulating the provision of their own energy independence.
### Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Financial Support
The resolution amends a number of resolutions governing the provision of financial state support, replacing references to the “Entrepreneurship Development Fund” with the “National Development Institution”. Also, the changes concern the clarification of procedures for the use of budget funds and criteria for authorized banks.
### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction
The resolution approves the procedure for using funds from the state budget for the implementation of the agreement between Ukraine and the United States on the creation of the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction. Funds are directed to pay contributions to the fund to attract investments in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Reburial of Bodies
The resolution regulates the process of reburial of bodies from the National Military Memorial Cemetery in cases of identification of unidentified deceased persons. The algorithm of actions for pre-trial investigation bodies is determined and rules regarding exhumation and transportation of bodies are established.
### Notification from the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine on the Termination of International Treaties with Belarus
The notification informs about the termination of two international treaties between Ukraine and the Republic of Belarus regarding the control of the customs value of goods and the exchange of information. This means the termination of information exchange and interaction between the customs services of Ukraine and Belarus in matters of control of customs value and movement of goods and vehicles.
### Order of the Ministry of Community and Territorial Development of Ukraine on Insurance
The order makes technical amendments to the Procedure and Conditions for Liability Insurance on Inland Water Transport. The changes concern clarification of wording, correction of grammatical errors and bringing certain provisions into compliance with current legislation.
### Order of the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine on FATCA
The order amends the procedure for completing and submitting a report on reportable accounts in accordance with the Agreement between Ukraine and the United States to improve tax compliance (FATCA).
### Law of Ukraine on the Ratification of the Grant Agreement with Italy (Cultural Heritage)
The law ratifies the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and Italy, aimed at financing a program for the restoration and preservation of the cultural heritage of the Odesa region.
### Law of Ukraine on the Ratification of the Grant Agreement with Italy (Irrigation)
The law ratifies the Grant Agreement between Ukraine and Italy regarding a project to support the efficient use of water resources through the modernization of irrigation systems in the Odesa region.
### Resolution of the Pension Fund of Ukraine on the Cancellation of Resolutions
The resolution of the Pension Fund of Ukraine cancels two previous resolutions: one regarding the procedure for considering citizens’ complaints on pension issues, and the other regarding the implementation of electronic pension cases.
### Order of the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine on Microgrants
The order amends the procedure for providing microgrants and grants for starting or developing one’s own business. It clarifies the criteria for evaluating applicants, the terms of providing funds, as well as the forms of contracts and updated deadlines for submitting applications.
### Order of the Ministry of Social Policy on Interaction with the Fund for Social Protection of Persons with Disabilities
The order of the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine cancels a previous order that regulated the interaction between the Ministry and the Fund for Social Protection of Persons with Disabilities regarding the provision of persons with disabilities with technical means of rehabilitation.
### Order of the Ministry of Infrastructure of Ukraine on insurance on inland water transport.
The order approves the Procedure and Conditions for Liability Insurance on Inland Water Transport, defining the rules for insuring the liability of shipowners and carriers for damage caused to the life and health of passengers, as well as cargo and baggage during transportation on inland waterways of Ukraine.
### Order of the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine on FATCA reporting.
The order amends the procedure for completing and submitting by financial agents a report on reportable accounts in accordance with the Agreement between Ukraine and the United States to improve tax compliance FATCA, in particular, regarding the terms and confidentiality of information.
### Order of the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine on granting grants to processing enterprises.
The order amends the previous order of the Ministry of Economy on granting grants for the creation, development or modernization of processing industry production, concerning the procedure for evaluating applications, evaluation criteria, the form of a business plan, contract and reporting forms.
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### **On the Accounting Price of Bank Metals**
This notification from the National Bank of Ukraine establishes the accounting prices for bank metals for February 20, 2026. The document specifies the prices for gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, expressed in hryvnias per troy ounce. These prices are used for accounting purposes and do not obligate the NBU to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.
The document’s structure is simple: a table with codes (numerical and alphabetical), the number of troy ounces, the name of the bank metal, and its accounting price. No changes are apparent compared to previous versions, as this is a regular periodic notification.
The most important provision is that the specified accounting prices are not mandatory for the purchase or sale of bank metals by the National Bank of Ukraine. This means that these prices are only a guideline for accounting and reporting, not a fixed exchange rate.
### **On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies**
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1. **Essence of the document:** This is an official notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) establishing the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and special drawing rights (SDRs) for a specific date – February 20, 2026. These exchange rates are used for reflection in accounting, NBU’s operations with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases provided by law. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these currencies at the specified exchange rates.
2. **Structure and main provisions:** The document is in the form of a table where, for each currency, the following is indicated:
* Numerical and alphabetical currency code.
* Number of currency/SDR units.
* Name of the currency/SDR.
* Official exchange rate of the hryvnia to this currency/SDR.
3. **Key provisions for use:** The most important thing is that these rates are *official* and used for certain legally defined purposes, in particular, for accounting and operations with the DKSU. However, they are not mandatory for the purchase and sale of currency on the market. Therefore, when conducting foreign exchange transactions, the market rate should be considered, which may differ from the official rate.
### **On Amending Appendix 1 to…**
### **Regarding the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated December 26, 2011, No. 1399**
This resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine introduces changes to the limit of passenger cars serving executive authorities. In particular, the changes concern the National Health Service of Ukraine (NHSU).
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The resolution consists of one clause, which amends Appendix 1 to Resolution of the CMU No. 1399 of December 26, 2011. The change consists of replacing the existing position regarding the car limit for the NHSU from “6” to “6 5***”.
**Key Provisions for Use:**
The change in the car limit for the NHSU may affect the logistical support of the service. Executive authorities, in particular the NHSU, should take these changes into account when planning and using vehicles.
### **Regarding Amendments to Clause 2 of the Regulation on the Prize of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine for Special Achievements of Youth in the Development of Ukraine**
This resolution amends the Regulation on the Prize of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine for special achievements of youth in the development of Ukraine. The change clarifies the age criterion for candidates for the prize.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The resolution consists of one clause, which makes a point change to the current Regulation. The change concerns the first paragraph of clause 2 of the Regulation, where the word “inclusive” is added after the word “years”.
**Key Provisions for Use:**
It is important to note that the age of candidates for the prize is now clearly defined as “up to 35 years inclusive”. This means that persons who have reached the age of 35 at the time of submission of documents may also be eligible for the prize.
### **Regarding Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of February 11, 2025, No. 156**
Certainly, here is a description of the amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine:
1. **Essence of the amendments:** The resolution amends the procedure for using budget funds allocated for the provision of certain medical services to certain categories of citizens. The changes expand the list of persons entitled to receive medical services at the expense of budget funds and specify the types of medical services that can be provided.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The name of the resolution and the procedure have been changed to cover a wider range of citizens, not just those
who defended the independence of Ukraine.
* The list of medical services has been expanded to include services for the collection, cryopreservation, and storage of reproductive cells of military personnel and other individuals.
* Persons with disabilities among participants in the liquidation of the consequences of the Chornobyl accident and victims of the Chornobyl disaster have been added to the list of persons entitled to dental prosthetics and planned dental care.
* The list of documents required to obtain free medical services has been clarified.
3. **Most important provisions:**
* Expansion of the list of persons entitled to receive medical services at the expense of budgetary funds, in particular, the inclusion of persons with disabilities who suffered as a result of the Chornobyl disaster.
* Inclusion of cryopreservation services for reproductive cells for military personnel, which is important for ensuring their reproductive rights in the future.
* Clarification of the procedure for obtaining medical services, which makes it more accessible and understandable for citizens.
I hope this helps you better understand the essence of the changes!
On присвоєння Войналовичу В.А. of the second rank of a civil servant
This is an order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding the assignment of a civil servant rank.
**Essence of the law:**
The order assigns the second rank of a civil servant to a specific person – Voinalovych Viktor Anatoliiovych, who is the First Deputy Head of the State Service of Ukraine for Ethnopolitics and Freedom of Conscience.
**Structure and main provisions:**
The order consists of a preamble, which refers to Article 39 of the Law of Ukraine “On Civil Service,” and the main part, which states the assignment of the rank. The order specifies the last name, first name, and patronymic of the person to whom the rank is assigned, as well as their position.
**Important provisions:**
It is important that the assignment of the rank occurs in accordance with the Law of Ukraine “On Civil Service,” namely Article 39, which regulates the assignment of ranks to civil servants.
On the appointment of Sofiienko A.P. as Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel matters and provides for the appointment of a specific person to a position in the**Regarding the Appointment of Sofiienko A.P.**
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The order consists of a single clause appointing Anastasiia Petrivna Sofiienko as Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine. The document is signed by the Prime Minister of Ukraine.
**Key Provisions for Use:**
The order serves as the basis for Sofiienko A.P. to assume the position of Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine and to perform the corresponding official duties.
**On Amendments to Certain Acts of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding Support for the Energy Resilience of the Population and Housing Stock**
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This resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine introduces amendments to a number of regulations to expand support for the energy resilience of the population and housing stock.
**Essence of the Changes:**
The resolution expands the list of equipment eligible for state support, including diesel, gasoline, gas, or dual-fuel generators. Also, the conditions for providing support to Condominium Associations (OSBB) and Housing Construction Cooperatives (ZhBK), as well as individuals, for the purchase and installation of autonomous and backup power supply systems are changed.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The resolution introduces amendments to:
* The Procedure for Granting Financial State Support to Business Entities.
* The Procedure for Using State Budget Funds Provided for Ensuring the Functioning of the National Development Institution.
* Resolution of the CMU “On Granting Financial State Support to Individuals Who Install Generating Units in Their Own Households That Produce Electric Energy from Alternative Energy Sources.”
* The Main Directions of Activity of the State Institution “Energy Efficiency Fund.”
* The Procedure for Using Funds Provided in the State Budget for the Functioning of the Energy Efficiency Fund.
* Order of the CMU “On the Implementation by the State Institution “Energy Efficiency Fund” of Programs in the Housing Sector, Including Those Related to the Reconstruction of Buildings Destroyed and/or Damaged as a Result of the Armed Aggression of the Russian Federation Against Ukraine.”
**Most Important Provisions:**
* Expansion of the list of equipment eligible for state support, including generators of various types.
* Establishment of restrictions on the provision of state support to OSBBs and ZhBKs that have already received assistance in the purchase of independent sources of electrical energy.
* Change in the amount of compensation ві
