🇺🇦 Introduction: A Parliament That Works Under Fire
Despite ongoing shelling, energy terror, and attempts to destabilize the country, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine continues to perform its constitutional duty — adopting laws essential for defense, social protection, and recovery.
On October 9, the Parliament adopted five laws and three draft laws aimed at strengthening national security, supporting military personnel and former prisoners of war, and improving the quality of governance .
These decisions reflect a unified stance of Ukraine’s legislature on a single goal — victory and resilience. They also demonstrate an ongoing effort to adapt Ukraine’s legal framework to the realities of wartime governance.
⚖️ Key Legislative Decisions
1. Support for the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The Parliament approved the Presidential Decree on deploying units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to other countries (No. 14059).
This step enables Ukraine to expand international military cooperation, strengthen alliances, and coordinate actions with partner nations to enhance collective security.
2. Protection of Workers’ Rights During Martial Law
Amendments to the legislation on labor relations under martial law (No. 13335) are designed to preserve employment and social guarantees while allowing employers greater flexibility to respond to war-time challenges — particularly in front-line regions.
3. Strengthening the State Special Transport Service
Law No. 13378 improves the operation of this service, which plays a critical role in restoring transport infrastructure and logistics.
In wartime, this is not only about roads and bridges — it is about economic survival and frontline support.
4. Social Protection for Released Prisoners of War
Law No. 13627 guarantees financial support and medical treatment for service members freed from Russian captivity who require long-term hospital care.
This is more than legislation — it is a moral obligation of the state toward its defenders.
5. Improving Legislative Drafting Procedures
Law No. 12028 enhances the quality and transparency of legislative drafting, ensuring that Ukraine’s law-making process remains professional and efficient, even under the pressure of war.
🛡️ Draft Laws Adopted in the First Reading
• Exemptions from administrative fees and payments in the field of state registration (No. 13721) — support for citizens and businesses under wartime conditions.
• Law on Cyber Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (No. 12349) — a strategic step toward building a modern national cyber-defense system capable of countering Russian cyberattacks.
• Further improvements to legislative procedures (No. 13622) — strengthening the institutional capacity of the Parliament.
💬 What Does This Mean for Civil Society ?
The Ukrainian Parliament is not only passing laws — it is demonstrating institutional resilience and democratic continuity amid full-scale war.
For civil society, this means:
• Democratic mechanisms remain functional despite martial law.
• Transparency and accountability continue to be central to parliamentary work.
• Citizens and media must monitor implementation — especially in areas of labor rights, social payments, and defense policy.
🕊️ Conclusion: The Power of Unity
The recent decisions of the Verkhovna Rada are proof that Ukraine’s institutions are functioning and strong, even under constant threat.
Political unity, responsibility of MPs, and active civic oversight together form the foundation of Ukraine’s resilience — and its path to victory.
👉 Do we fully appreciate the Parliament’s work under these extraordinary circumstances ?
👉 What further steps should legislators take to strengthen Ukraine’s recovery and security ?
Join the discussion on www.ndu.kr.ua — the civic education platform of Ukraine’s Parliament.
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