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This bill, known as the "Georgian Nightmare Non-Recognition Act," establishes a comprehensive policy to prohibit U.S. recognition of Bidzina Ivanishvili or any Georgian government led by him. The bill requires U.S. federal officials to refrain from taking any actions that would recognize Ivanishvili's government, including blocking federal funds from supporting such recognition. It mandates active opposition to other governments normalizing relations with Ivanishvili's regime, utilizing sanctions under Executive Order No. 14024 and the Global Magnitsky Act. The legislation specifically aims to counter potential foreign influence operations by Georgia on behalf of China, Iran, and Russia. The bill recognizes the incumbent Georgian President prior to the October 26, 2024 elections as the legitimate leader and provides a mechanism for the policy to be voided if free and fair elections are held and certified by the U.S. Helsinki Commission. This proposed legislation appears to be a response to concerns about democratic backsliding and potential undue foreign influence in Georgia's political system, with a particular focus on restricting Ivanishvili's political power and influence.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/243/all-info