Abstract. This informational reference examines the proposed strengthening of institutional cooperation between the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine and the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex), as envisaged by Draft Law of Ukraine No. 15505 dated 10 August 2026. The analysis identifies certain potential risks associated with the Draft Law.

Keywords: integrated border management, border management, border control, national contact point, State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex), state border protection.

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08/2026

Abstract. The informational reference examines the proposed strengthening of administrative liability for violations by non-resident foreign carriers of the rules governing cabotage transport operations within the territory of Ukraine, as envisaged by Draft Law of Ukraine No. 15496 dated 10 August 2026. The analysis assesses the Draft Law’s compliance with the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making, and current legislation governing administrative liability.

Keywords: administrative liability, administrative offence, transport services, road transport, non-residents, foreign carriers, fine.

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08/2026

Abstract. The Guide provides a detailed overview of the legislative procedure for amending the Constitution of Ukraine. The procedure is presented with due regard to its specific features depending on the subject matter of constitutional regulation: amendments to provisions of the Constitution other than Sections I, III and XIII, and amendments to Sections I, III and XIII of the Constitution of Ukraine.

The information is structured by actors and forms of activity, decisions and actions, their descriptions and documentary support, as well as mandatory and optional decisions and actions. Interactive diagrams enable users to track the legislative procedure step by step – from the submission of a draft law amending the Constitution of Ukraine through its consideration and adoption, signing, official promulgation and entry into force and, in the case of amendments to Sections I, III and XIII, through the holding of an All-Ukrainian referendum and the determination of its results.

The Guide enables the prompt identification of the actor responsible for the relevant stage of the procedure, the required decision or action, the documents supporting a particular stage, and the possible options for the further consideration of a draft law.

Keywords: Constitution of Ukraine, amendments to the Constitution of Ukraine, draft law, legislative procedure, legislative process, Constitutional Court of Ukraine, Rules of Procedure of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Committees of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, All-Ukrainian referendum.

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09/2026

Abstract. This informational reference examines the legal grounds for strengthening administrative and criminal liability for violations of legislative requirements concerning the protection of water resources and compliance with water use rules. The analysis is conducted in the context of the proposals set out in Draft Law of Ukraine No. 15462 dated 3 August 2026.

The analysis assesses the Draft Law’s compliance with the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making, European Union environmental legislation, current legislation governing administrative and criminal liability, and the laws of Ukraine in the fields of environmental safety and environmental protection.

The analysis identifies risks that may subsequently hinder the proper implementation of the Draft Law in practice and the achievement of its stated objectives, namely ensuring effective legislative protection of Ukraine’s water resources, preventing violations of environmental legislation by individuals and officials of business entities, and aligning national legislation with EU standards in this area.

Keywords: water resources protection, water use rules, water legislation, business entities, violations of water protection rules, administrative offences, administrative liability, criminal liability, imposition of fines.

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08/2026

Abstract. The informational reference examines the appropriateness of amending Ukrainian legislation concerning the social protection of military personnel and veterans, as envisaged by Draft Law of Ukraine No. 15405 dated 13 July 2026. The proposed amendments are assessed for compliance with current social security legislation, and potential risks related to their enforcement are identified.

Keywords: social protection, military personnel, veterans, medical leave, deferment.

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08/2026

Abstract. This information reference presents the results of an analysis of the draft Law of Ukraine ‘On amendments to the Tax Code of Ukraine and other laws of Ukraine concerning the settlement of overdue debts of military personnel, civilians who are deprived of their personal liberty or missing in action, their family members and persons with disabilities during the period of martial law in Ukraine and in the post-war period’ (Reg. No. 15458 of 30 July 2026). The changes regarding the taxation of the remission of credit debt for military personnel, civilians who are deprived of their personal liberty or missing in action, members of their families and persons with disabilities are analysed.

Keywords: taxation; forgiven debt; consumer credit; military personnel; persons with disabilities; family members of military personnel; persons deprived of their liberty.

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08/2026

Abstract. This informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the Draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine Regarding the Improvement of the Organisational and Legal Framework for the Activities of Bodies and Services Dealing with Children” (No. 15438-1 dated 5 August 2026).

Keywords: child, a child deprived of parental care or in difficult life circumstances, children’s rights, upbringing in a family environment, parental care, temporary care, guardianship and care authorities.

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08/2026

Abstract. This informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the Draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Article 18 of the Law of Ukraine ‘On the Social and Legal Protection of and Members of Their Families’ Regarding the Provision of Financial Assistance to Address Social and Domestic Issues to the Family of a Deceased Serviceman” (No. 15455 dated 30 July 2026).

Keywords: financial assistance to address social and domestic issues, family of a deceased serviceman, social protection of servicemen.

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08/2026

Abstract. This informational reference examines the continuation of financial and material support for military personnel undergoing prolonged treatment or rehabilitation, as well as the conditions for conscription during mobilization, for a special period, of persons discharged from military service under a contract, as envisaged by Draft Law of Ukraine No. 15404 dated 13 July 2026. The analysis assesses the Draft Law’s compliance with current Ukrainian legislation, the requirements of legislative drafting, the principle of legal certainty, and the fundamental principles of law-making.

Keywords: military personnel, treatment and rehabilitation, mobilization, financial and material support, deferment from conscription, discharge from military service, martial law.

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08/2026