On Wednesday, the Idaho House of Representatives unanimously passed a bipartisan joint memorial condemning Russia for its military invasion of Ukraine, which began last Thursday.
House Joint Memorial 6, sponsored by Reps. Matt Bundy (R-Mountain Home) and Colin Nash (D-Boise), commends the bravery and resolve of the Ukrainian people in defending their country from Russian troops, and asks Gov. Brad Little to take all appropriate measures to sanction Russia. It also calls on Congress and Idaho’s delegation to fully support the Ukrainian government and penalize Russia in order to deter the country’s violent and illegal attack.
“Russia’s violent incursion against Ukraine is inexcusable,” Speaker Scott Bedke (R-Oakley) said. “It is our duty as Americans to continue to work and support all countries fighting for the same rights and freedoms we have enjoyed and defended for centuries.”
“This is a time to join together across party lines to express our support for the Ukrainian people, who are showing unparalleled courage in the face of Russia’s ruthless attack,” Minority Leader Ilana Rubel (D-Boise) said. “We stand with Ukraine and President Volodymyr Zelensky, and against the perpetrators of human rights abuses.”