Changes Regarding Military Service in the State Protection Department
Comprehensive changes have been made to the procedure for service in the State Protection Department. The assignment of military ranks has been detailed, the procedure for temporary duty performance has been modified, and the list of leaves has been expanded. Under martial law, the appointment of sergeants to officer positions has been simplified with a subsequent requirement to obtain higher education.
Changes Regarding Military Service for Conditionally Early Released Individuals
A procedure has been established for accepting individuals who are conditionally early released from places of imprisonment into military service. Mandatory medical examination and psychological selection are provided for. The procedure for accompanying such individuals by the National Guard and interaction between penitentiary institutions and military units has been defined.
Certification of Pedagogical Workers
The procedure for voluntary certification of educators has been updated, which is conducted in three stages: testing, self-assessment, and practical experience study. During the martial law period, a limit of 5,000 participants annually has been set. The certificate is valid for 3 years and is counted as passing attestation.
State Register of Agricultural Machinery Certificates
The procedure for maintaining a register of type approval certificates for agricultural machinery has been approved. The Ministry of Agrarian Policy is the owner and administrator of the register. Access to information is open and free of charge through the ministry’s website. Use of data by entities associated with the aggressor state is prohibited.
Changes Regarding Defense Product Development
Opportunities for involving foreign contractors in military equipment development have been expanded. Requirements for contracts with foreign partners, the need for special permits and certificates have been established. Issues of intellectual property rights and technical documentation transfer have been regulated.
Urban Planning Documentation
Review of each of legal acts published today:
On the Accounting Price of Banking Metals
This is a daily notification by the National Bank of Ukraine establishing accounting prices for banking metals (gold, silver, platinum, and palladium) as of January 17, 2025. The document sets accounting prices per troy ounce for each of the four banking metals: gold – 114,059.56 UAH, silver – 1,289.46 UAH, platinum – 39,698.19 UAH, palladium – 40,353.98 UAH. It is important to note that these prices are reference and do not create obligations for the NBU to buy or sell banking metals at the specified prices. Such quotations are used by banks and financial institutions for accounting of banking metal operations and calculating the value of banking metals.
On the Official Exchange Rate of Hryvnia to Foreign Currencies
This is a daily notification by the National Bank of Ukraine establishing the official exchange rate of hryvnia to 35 foreign currencies as of 17.01.2025. The document contains a table with currency rates, where for each currency its digital and literal code, number of units, full name, and official rate relative to hryvnia are indicated. Among the main currencies: US dollar – 42.1729 UAH, euro – 43.3200 UAH, pound sterling – 51.4341 UAH. Key is the note that these rates are intended for accounting, NBU operations with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and other cases defined by law. The NBU does not undertake obligations to buy or sell currencies at these rates.
On Amendments to Annex No. 5 to the Decree of the President of Ukraine dated May 5, 2020 No. 166/2020
The decree amends the list of senior officer positions approved in 2020. Two positions are removed from the list: Director of the Department for Ensuring the Security of Officials and Other Persons and Director of the Department of Object Protection. Structurally, the decree consists of two points: the first defines specific changes, the second establishes the procedure for entry into force. The key point is that these positions will no longer be part of the list of positions that can be held by senior officers. This means a change in the status of these management positions in the law enforcement system.
On Amendments to the Regulation on Military Service by Contract for Citizens of Ukraine in the State Protection Department
The decree amends the Regulation on military service by contract in the State Protection Department. The main changes concern the procedure for appointments, military rank assignments, leave provision, and service specifics during a special period. Structurally, the document contains 39 points of changes covering all aspects of service – from recruitment to dismissal. Significant attention is paid to service specifics during martial law.
Key innovations:
– Detailed procedure for assigning initial military ranks for various categories
– Changed procedure for temporary performance of duties for other positions
– Expanded list of leaves and clarified procedure for their provision
– Defined specifics of [text cut off]Appointment of Sergeant-Level Personnel to Officer Positions during Martial Law
– Established requirements for obtaining higher education for individuals granted initial officer ranks during martial law
Regarding Amendments to Certain Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Use of Funds Provided in the State Budget
The resolution introduces technical changes to three procedures for using budgetary funds, changing the name of the responsible ministry from ‘Ministry of Reintegration’ to ‘Ministry of Development’. Structurally, the resolution consists of three points, each making identical changes to different procedures, namely:
– Procedure for using funds for social and legal protection of persons deprived of freedom due to armed aggression;
– Procedure for creating systems and databases on reintegration issues;
– Procedure for using funds to protect citizens’ rights in temporarily occupied territories.
The key point is the transfer of powers to manage the respective budgetary funds from the Ministry of Reintegration to the Ministry of Communities, Territories and Infrastructure of Ukraine.
Regarding Acceptance of the Draft Law on Amendments to the Law of Ukraine “On Enforcement Proceedings” Concerning State Support and Economic Recovery of the Rocket and Space Industry during Martial Law
The resolution concerns the acceptance of draft law No. 12271 on amendments to the Law of Ukraine ‘On Enforcement Proceedings’ regarding support for the rocket and space industry during martial law. Structurally, the resolution consists of two points: the first on accepting the draft law, the second on instructing the relevant Committee to finalize the draft for the second reading.
The key point is that the draft law aims to modify enforcement proceeding procedures to support rocket and space industry enterprises during martial law. This indicates the legislator’s intention to create special conditions for the recovery of a strategically important sector.
Regarding Acceptance of the Draft Law on Amendments to the Law of Ukraine “On Judicial System and Status of Judges” Concerning Changes in Local General Court Names
The resolution concerns the acceptance of draft law No. 12351 on amendments to the Law of Ukraine ‘On Judicial System and Status of Judges’ regarding changes in local general court names. Structurally, the resolution consists of two points: the first on accepting the draft law, the second on instructing the relevant Verkhovna Rada Committee to finalize the draft for the second reading, taking into account proposals and amendments.
The key point is that the document is a procedural resolution that initiates the process of reviewing the draft law on renaming local general courts in parliament. The Committee on Legal Policy must finalize the draft, taking into account the conclusion from January 10, 2025, and submit it for the second reading.
Regarding Amendments to the Annex of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Resolution “On the List, Quantitative Composition and Subjects of Committees of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine”Resolution on Amendments to the List of Competencies of the Committee on Digital Transformation of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
The resolution introduces changes to the list of competencies of the Committee on Digital Transformation of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. The document defines the areas within the committee’s competence. Structurally, the resolution consists of two points: the first contains a new list of the committee’s areas of responsibility, and the second determines the procedure for entry into force. Changes only affect point 23 of the annex to the main resolution on VRU committees.
The key areas of the committee’s responsibility are defined as: digitalization and digital society development, e-governance, digital industry, e-commerce, virtual assets, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, orbital economy development, and smart infrastructure. Special attention is paid to European digital integration through EU4Digital and Digital Single Market programs.
Resolution on Amendments to the Agenda of the Twelfth Session of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine of the Ninth Convocation
The resolution amends the agenda of the twelfth session of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine by including four new draft laws. Structurally, the resolution consists of two points and an annex containing the list of draft laws. The resolution enters into force upon its adoption. The following draft laws are additionally included in the agenda:
– on changing the names of local general courts;
– two alternative draft laws regarding support for the rocket and space industry during martial law;
– on restoring the solvency of state-owned enterprises in the energy sector.
Resolution on Certain Issues of Contracting Military Service during a Special Period and Martial Law for Ukrainian Citizens Conditionally Released from Serving Punishment
The resolution regulates the procedure for contracting military service for persons conditionally released from imprisonment. The document establishes procedures for registering such persons for military service, undergoing medical examination, and professional-psychological selection.
The resolution consists of 4 parts:
1. Procedure for registering convicts for military service
2. List of territorial recruitment centers
3. Procedure for accompanying released persons
4. Procedure for interaction between relevant bodies
Key provisions:
– The convict must submit an application to serve in the military
– Mandatory medical examination and professional-psychological selection
– Accompanying of released persons is carried out by the National Guard
– Clearly defined procedure for interaction between penitentiary institutions, territorial recruitment centers, and military units
Order on Signing the Cooperation Program in Education, Science, and Culture between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Republic of Austria for 2025-2030
The order approves the draft Cooperation Program between Ukraine and Austria in the fields of education, science, and culture for 2025-2030. The document consists of two main points: approval of the Program draft and authorization of the Ambassador of Ukraine to Austria, Vasyl Khymynets.
