This Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 834 dated June 17, 2026, establishes a clear mechanism for the transfer of rights to the use of intellectual property owned by the State, represented by the Ministry of Defense and other military property management bodies. The document regulates the procedure for issuing licenses (both paid and free of charge) to individuals and legal entities, including foreign nationals, for commercial or other use of military developments. This procedure is effective exclusively under martial law and for a period of three months following its termination. The primary objective of the act is to stimulate the practical implementation and commercialization of defense technologies while maintaining control over information security.
### Structure and Main Provisions
The Resolution consists of a regulatory part and the approved “Procedure.”
* **Structure of the Procedure:** The document covers issues concerning licensing authorities, restrictions for licensees (e.g., a prohibition for residents of the aggressor state), the procedure for accessing technical documentation, rules for conducting competitive selection, and the distribution of received funds.
* **Amendments:** The Procedure introduces a special regime for the defense sector, which integrates the requirements of intellectual property legislation with regulations on defense procurement and the protection of state secrets.
### Key Aspects for Application
1. **Access Restrictions:** Licenses shall not be issued to persons associated with the aggressor state, sanctioned persons, or persons involved in terrorist activities or corruption-related offenses.
2. **Competitive Selection:** The issuance of exclusive or single licenses must be conducted through a competitive process. Non-exclusive licenses may be issued either on a competitive or non-competitive basis (under equal terms).
3. **Free-of-Charge Licenses:** The provision allows for the issuance of licenses without payment to defense forces, state customers, charitable organizations contributing to defense capabilities, as well as for scientific research purposes.
4. **Distribution of Funds:** The Resolution clearly defines that the funds received constitute own revenues of budgetary institutions. Importantly, **not less than 25%** of the received payment must be allocated as remuneration to the authors (inventors), and **not less than 30%** of the remaining balance must be allocated to the development of the unit where the object was created.
5. **Information Protection:** All procedures, including the notification regarding the availability of licenses, must be carried out in compliance with the requirements for the protection of restricted information and state secrets.
