To authorize the Department of Justice and the Department of State to provide law enforcement and intelligence technical assistance, training, capacity building, and advisory support to the Government of Ukraine to achieve the exchange of prisoners of war, the release of civilian detainees, and the return of forcibly transferred Ukrainian children, and for other purposes.

# HR 5962 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would authorize the U.S. Department of Justice and State Department to provide technical assistance, training, and advisory support to Ukraine's government. The specific goals are to help Ukraine negotiate and achieve the exchange of prisoners of war, release of civilian detainees held by Russia, and the return of Ukrainian children who have been forcibly transferred out of the country. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects Ukraine and Ukrainian citizens, particularly prisoners of war, detained civilians, and children displaced during Russia's invasion.

It would also involve U.S. federal agencies in providing expertise and resources to support these humanitarian and diplomatic objectives. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Greg Landsman (D-OH) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. No further action has been taken at this time.