**Ukraine Reforms Tracker: Issue 10**
The Ukrainian Parliament has passed a new budget code reform that will help manage public investments. This reform is one of the steps needed to meet an International Monetary Fund (IMF) benchmark.
The reform creates a centralized fund to oversee various government expenditures, including road construction and environmental projects. However, the Parliament failed to advance another important reform that was needed to meet another IMF benchmark.
**Reform Fails to Move Forward**
Despite support from anti-corruption agencies, a reform to address corruption in Ukraine’s justice system did not make it through the Parliamentary session last week. The reform aimed to repeal an amendment that has been criticized for allowing corrupt officials to go unpunished.
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau and Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office supported an alternative draft law, but it was not voted on. This setback is a concern for Ukraine’s efforts to combat corruption.
**Energy Board Fails to Meet Quorum**
Energoatom, the company that runs Ukraine’s nuclear power plants, has a supervisory board that needs international experts to ensure fair decision-making. However, only four out of nine positions have been filled, leaving a crucial gap in expertise. The Cabinet of Ministers must now hold an open competition to fill the remaining positions.
**Martial Law Extended**
The Ukrainian Parliament has voted to extend martial law and military mobilization for another few months. This is the 14th time such measures have been approved. The extension will remain in effect until May 9, 2025.
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