HRES 909 United States House · 118th Congress

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Russian Federation's status as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council contravenes the spirit and purpose of the United Nations, that the rights and privileges it enjoys in that role be limited, suspended, or terminated, and that the Republic of India be appointed as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council with all the rights and privileges of the position.

This resolution expresses the House's view that Russia's permanent UN Security Council membership violates the UN Charter due to its invasion of Ukraine, veto abuse, and obstruction of global peace efforts. It urges the U.S. government to explore limiting Russia's rights in the Security Council and to support India's appointment as a new permanent member, citing India's UN peacekeeping history (49 missions, 200,000 troops), democratic values, and strategic partnership with the U.S. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change UN rules but calls for diplomatic action to address Russia's conduct and advance India's candidacy. The proposal directly affects Russia's standing at the UN and seeks to reshape Security Council membership.
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