Experts from the Ukrainian Center for Independent Political Research analyzed Draft Law No. 15250, titled "On Amendments to Article 15 'Final and Transitional Provisions' of the Law of Ukraine 'On Humanitarian Aid' Regarding Expanding the List of Recipients of Humanitarian Aid for the Period of Martial Law."
The document proposes expanding the list of recipients and beneficiaries of humanitarian aid during martial law to include business entities classified under the civil protection categories of exceptional importance, as well as the first and second categories protected from fire by state fire and rescue units.
The draft law provides for the possibility of such enterprises receiving humanitarian aid in the form of firetrucks, special equipment, gear, and fire-extinguishing substances to ensure the operation of fire and rescue units protecting strategically important facilities.
In the view of UCIPR experts, the proposed changes could help strengthen the protection of critical infrastructure under martial law, increase the efficiency of emergency response, and attract international humanitarian aid without placing an additional burden on the state budget.
However, the analysis identified several potential risks. Specifically, this includes a possible dilution of the core concept of humanitarian aid, which is primarily oriented toward supporting the population, communities, non-profit organizations, and state institutions. Experts also draw particular attention to the risks of indirect support for specific enterprises through humanitarian mechanisms, as well as the lack of clarity regarding future procedures for the distribution, accounting, and control of aid use.
In addition, the draft law provides for the delegation of a significant portion of procedures to the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. Until the relevant by-laws are adopted, the criteria for aid distribution, control mechanisms, and liability for potential violations remain undefined.
Experts also highlight the need for clear regulation regarding the status of final beneficiaries of aid and for minimizing the risk of creating competitive advantages for specific business entities.
Overall, UCIPR assesses the draft law as aimed at addressing the urgent problem of material and technical support for fire and rescue units that ensure the protection of the state's strategic facilities. At the same time, the document requires further refinement regarding the mechanisms for implementing its provisions and ensuring oversight.
Read the detailed analysis at the link.
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