Bill > HRes847

This Resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives, meaning it conveys the opinion or feeling of the House, in support of Georgia. It acknowledges Georgia as a friend of the United States that has contributed to shared interests, including deploying troops in NATO-led missions in Afghanistan (International Security Assistance Force, or ISAF) and Iraq. The resolution also highlights initiatives like the European Deterrence Initiative and NATO's Partnership for Peace program, which help Georgia build its defense capabilities and work with the U.S. and NATO. Crucially, the resolution reaffirms U.S. support for Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its recognized borders, explicitly stating that the U.S. does not recognize the independence of the Abkhazia and South Ossetia regions, which are currently occupied by the Russian Federation. Finally, it supports ongoing cooperation between the U.S. and Georgia and Georgia's efforts to defend itself.