Bill > HR9511

This bill, the Black Sea Security Act of 2022, seeks to enhance security and economic cooperation in the Black Sea region. The key provisions include: 1. Recognizing the Black Sea region as an arena of Russian aggression and the importance of the littoral states (Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova, Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey) in countering Russian influence and maintaining NATO security. 2. Calling for the U.S. to work with NATO and the EU to develop a long-term strategy to improve security, establish a sustainable presence, and bolster the democratic resilience of allies and partners in the region. 3. Directing the U.S. government to provide an interagency report outlining current efforts and policy options to support the region, including military assistance, economic aid, countering Russian disinformation, energy diversification, and strengthening rule of law. 4. Establishing a Black Sea Development and Security Strategy to increase military coordination with NATO, deepen economic ties, strengthen energy security, and support democratic institutions in the region. 5. Encouraging greater regional connectivity and U.S. investment through initiatives like the Three Seas Initiative to improve transport, energy, and digital infrastructure. The goal is to actively deter further Russian aggression, defend freedom of navigation, and promote the economic and democratic development of the strategically important Black Sea region.

Military Affairs and Security

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