Georgian Nightmare Non-Recognition Act
2/5/2025, 2:23 AM
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Georgian Nightmare Non-Recognition Act
This bill prohibits federal officials and employees from taking any action, or expending any federal funds, to recognize or imply U.S. recognition of (1) Bidzina Ivanishvili, or (2) any government of the nation of Georgia that is led by Bidzina Ivanishvili or any proxies.
The bill also specifies that the United States must recognize the incumbent president of Georgia prior to the October 26, 2024, elections as the only legitimate leader of Georgia.
The President may declare this policy void if the chairman and co-chairman of the U.S. Helsinki Commission certify that Georgia has held free and fair elections.
The bill is designed to send a clear message that the US does not condone the actions of Ivanishvili or any government that he may lead. It is intended to protect the interests of the Georgian people and uphold democratic values in the region.
Overall, Bill 119 hr 243 is a measure aimed at promoting democracy and human rights in Georgia by refusing to recognize any government that is led by Bidzina Ivanishvili.
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Georgian Nightmare Non-Recognition Act
This bill prohibits federal officials and employees from taking any action, or expending any federal funds, to recognize or imply U.S. recognition of (1) Bidzina Ivanishvili, or (2...
The bill also specifies that the United States must recognize the incumbent president of Georgia prior to the October 26, 2024, elections as the only legitimate leader of Georgia.
The President may declare this policy void if the chairman and co-chairman of the U.S. Helsinki Commission certify that Georgia has held free and fair elections.