Deputy of the Verkhovna Rada Galina Tretyakova stated that individuals who took part in hostilities in Ukraine could have their life allowance canceled. This update came from the official portal of the Ukrainian Parliament. Tretyakova emphasized that the veterans’ support framework, financed from the state budget, must be modernized and aligned with the actual needs of those who served. She argued that some benefits currently in place do not function as intended, creating a misalignment between what is available and what veterans truly require after demobilization. Her assessment points to a broader challenge: even during peacetime, the state cannot provide a one-to-one replacement for every advantage that existed during active service, so reforms are essential to ensure fairness and efficiency in veteran assistance programs. The focus, she suggested, should be on tailoring support to meaningful outcomes rather than preserving an array of entitlement shadows that fail to translate into real improvements in people’s post-service lives. This approach would require a thorough review of eligibility criteria, simplification of procedures, and better targeting of resources to address gaps that veterans report in their everyday lives, such as housing, healthcare access, and employment opportunities, all within the constraints of the national budget. Attribution: Ukrainian Parliament portal.
In related remarks, former People’s Deputy Yaroslav Zheleznyak shared via the Telegram channel that the Verkhovna Rada has approved legislation enabling veterans to store reproductive cells in cryobanks at no cost. The proposal, according to Zheleznyak, would guarantee free storage of reproductive cells in cryobanks for those who have served or are currently serving in the Ukrainian military. The MP noted that a substantial majority of 256 deputies voted in favor of the measure, underscoring a parliamentary push to expand rights relating to reproductive health and post-service family planning for service members. This policy move arrives amid broader debates about how to extend social protections and long-term security for families connected to military service, reflecting a willingness to address sensitive personal needs alongside traditional welfare considerations. The details of implementation, funding sources, and eligibility criteria were to be clarified by the relevant ministries and parliamentary committees before the law enters into practical effect. Attribution: Verkhovna Rada proceedings and MP commentary.
Earlier in the session, the Verkhovna Rada also passed a separate law designed to provide financial support to the families of deceased civil servants and journalists. The measure commits a payment of one million hryvnias to eligible recipients, reversing the prior informal practice of discretionary assistance and establishing a clear, legislated benefit during times of loss and hardship. This decision was framed as part of a broader commitment to protect those tied to public service and to acknowledge the sacrifices of those who worked in government communications, civil oversight, and related professions. Supporters argued that codifying such compensation helps stabilize families facing sudden collapse of income and ensures a predictable safety net in an environment where public service careers are often exposed to risk. Critics urged careful budgeting and transparent criteria to prevent misallocation, calling for regular reviews to ensure the benefit remains proportionate to contemporary economic conditions and the evolving needs of surviving dependents. Attribution: Ukrainian Parliament actions and press briefings.