Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the 85th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of 1932–1933 (Holodomor) should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine.

solemnly remembers the 85th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine (Holodomor) of 1932–1933 and extends its deepest sympathies to the victims, survivors, and families of this tragedy;

condemns the systematic violations of human rights, including the freedom of self-determination and freedom of speech, of the Ukrainian people by the Soviet Government;

encourages dissemination of information regarding the Ukrainian Famine (Holodomor) in order to expand the world’s knowledge of this man-made tragedy; and

supports the continuing efforts of the people of Ukraine to work toward ensuring democratic principles, a free-market economy, and full respect for human rights, in order to enable Ukraine to achieve its potential as an important strategic partner of the United States in that region of the world, and to reflect the will of its people.