Case Proceedings at the Constitutional Court of Ukraine
On May 19, 2026, the Grand Chamber of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine reviewed multiple cases stemming from constitutional complaints and submissions challenging the legality of several legislative acts. These included provisions of the Code of Administrative Procedure of Ukraine, the Law of Ukraine 'On the Organization of Labor Relations under Martial Law,' and the State Budget laws for 2022 through 2025. As a result, the Court adopted Decision No. 3-r/2026, which established the procedural format for a case initiated by the Supreme Court, while also refusing to open proceedings on a complaint filed by Pavlo Volodymyrovych Reshetov.
Among the cases examined were constitutional complaints from the following individuals:
- Volodymyr Ivanovych Tymoshenkov
- Oleksandr Anatoliyovych Petrychuk
- Iryna Mykhailivna Vasylieva
- Ihor Ivanovych Hubko
- Mykhailo Andriyovych Tsymbal
- Serhii Yevheniyovych Vashchenko
- Oksana Vasylivna Tymoshenkova
- Mykola Petrovych Starychenko
- Oleksandr Ivanovych Siriakov
- Viktor Tymofiyovych Gaftoniuk
These complaints specifically challenge the constitutionality of paragraph 1, part five of Article 361 in the Code of Administrative Procedure of Ukraine.
Additionally, during a closed portion of the plenary session, the Grand Chamber continued deliberating on a constitutional submission from the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights. This submission concerns provisions in the second sentence of the second paragraph, the third paragraph of part one of Article 12, and the second paragraph of point 3 in the 'Final Provisions' section of the Law 'On the Organization of Labor Relations under Martial Law.'
The Court ruled that Decision No. 3-r/2026 will be published on the official website of the Constitutional Court on May 20, 2026. The Grand Chamber also extended discussions on determining the procedural form for a constitutional case based on a submission from the Supreme Court, which questions the constitutionality of the fifth paragraphs of Article 7 in the State Budget laws of Ukraine for 2022 through 2025. Following this debate, the Court decided on a written procedure for this constitutional case.
Judicial Conclusions and Next Steps
To conclude, the First Panel of Judges of the Second Senate ruled to refuse the initiation of constitutional proceedings regarding a complaint by Pavlo Volodymyrovych Reshetov. This complaint challenged the constitutionality of paragraph 2, part five of Article 328, as well as Articles 346, 347, and 355 of the Code of Administrative Procedure of Ukraine. Meanwhile, the Third Panel of Judges of the Second Senate decided to open constitutional proceedings on complaints submitted by Stanislav Serhiyovych Chornomorets and Volodymyr Ivanovych Kolomiiets. These complaints focus on the constitutionality of part five of Article 13 in the Law of Ukraine 'On the Status of War Veterans and Guarantees of Their Social Protection,' and subparagraph 2 of paragraph 1 in Section I of the Law 'On Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine Regarding One-Time Cash Payments to War Veterans and Victims of Nazi Persecution.'
The Constitutional Court's handling of these cases underscores the critical role of upholding constitutional standards in administrative justice and social protections for veterans. The rulings highlight the state's commitment to legal accountability and transparency in citizen-government relations, particularly under the ongoing martial law framework. Monitoring future Court decisions could shape both legal practices and social policy across Ukraine.
In light of the recent ruling by the Constitutional Court, it is essential to consider the ongoing developments regarding constitutional petitions submitted by various stakeholders, including the Ombudsman and lawmakers. These proceedings reflect a broader examination of legislative measures impacting labor relations and human rights during martial law. For further insights into these critical discussions, you can read more about the extended review of constitutional petitions.