Shevchuk L. The work of the supreme council under martial law

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33098/2078-6670.2025.19.31.196-200

Goal. The purpose of this article is to study and in-depth analysis of the legal regime of the functioning of the Verkhovna Rada during the period of martial law. In particular, attention is focused on the steps that became a priority in the implementation of the work of the Verkhovna Rada during this period, the adaptation of the holding of sessional meetings as close as possible to the usual regime. Method. The analysis and generalization of scientific and theoretical material were carried out. The research followed such methods of scientific knowledge as comparative, system-structural, analysis, and synthesis.  Results. In the process of the study, a general analysis of the facts was conducted on how effective and active the institution of legislative power is in martial law. After all, it is necessary to understand that war forces, due to circumstances, to act circumstantially at the level of certain norms. And for this, it is necessary to have an effective legislative lever. Scientific novelty. The issue of legislation will always occupy one of the leading places in the field of novelty. Because it directly affects the life of the state, its citizens. This is its domestic and foreign policy. And in what perspective of objectivity, certain laws, regulatory acts are adopted, accordingly, tomorrow will meet us. Practical significance. The results and conclusions of scientific research can be applied or taken into account in law enforcement practice and consulting.   

Key words. Verkhovna Rada, institution of legislation, constitution, legal regime, martial law.

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