What does Preamble of MEGOBARI Act do?

This Act aims to counter foreign influence in Georgia The influence of the Chinese Communist Party, Iranian Regime, and Russian Federation is targeted

What does SHORT TITLE. of MEGOBARI Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Mobilizing and Enhancing Georgia's Options for Building Accountability, Resilience, and Independence Act

What does DEFINITIONS. of MEGOBARI Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. “Appropriate congressional committees” refers to specific committees in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. “NATO” is defined as the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. “Secretary” is defined as the Secretary of State.

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of MEGOBARI Act do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding Georgia's political trajectory. Congress acknowledges Georgia's progress since independence but notes recent democratic backsliding. The section highlights concerns about the current Georgian government's actions, including its relationship with Russia and China. Congress asserts a United States interest in protecting democracy in Georgia. The Secretary is directed to suspend the United States-Georgia Strategic Partnership Commission. Suspension of the commission is contingent on the Georgian government representing the democratic wishes of its citizens. The Georgian government must also uphold its constitutional obligation to pursue membership in the European Union and NATO.

What does STATEMENT OF POLICY. of MEGOBARI Act do?

The U.S. supports Georgia's aspirations to join the EU and NATO The U.S. will continue to support Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity The U.S. calls on Georgia to address reform plans and advance EU accession agenda The U.S. emphasizes the importance of combating Russian aggression The U.S. supports democratic values and human rights in Georgia

What does REPORTS AND BRIEFINGS. of MEGOBARI Act do?

This section mandates a classified report on Russian intelligence assets and Chinese influence in Georgia, to be submitted by the Secretary of State, Director of National Intelligence, and Secretary of Defense within 180 days of the Act's enactment. The report must protect sources and methods and include an annex examining Chinese influence and potential Russian-Chinese cooperation in Georgia. The 'appropriate committees of Congress' are defined as specific committees in the Senate and House. Within 90 days of enactment, the Secretary of State and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development must submit a detailed strategy for bilateral relations with Georgia. The strategy must outline objectives for enhancing bilateral ties, assess funding needs, and determine if Georgia should remain the second-highest recipient of U.S. funding in Europe and Eurasia. The strategy must also address continued investment in the partnership with Georgia, support for civil society and independent media, and Georgia's commitment to trade ties with the U.S. and Europe. The strategy will be submitted in unclassified form, with a classified annex.

What does SANCTIONS. of MEGOBARI Act do?

This section imposes sanctions on foreign persons who have engaged in significant acts of corruption or acts of violence in relation to blocking Euro-Atlantic integration in Georgia. The President shall determine whether each foreign person has knowingly engaged in such acts and impose sanctions accordingly. Sanctions include blocking of property and ineligibility for visas, admission, or parole. The President may waive imposition of sanctions on a case-by-case basis if it serves national security interests. Sanctions shall terminate when the President certifies that the foreign person is no longer engaging in the activities that led to the imposition of the sanction.

What does ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE WITH RESPECT TO GEORGIA. of MEGOBARI Act do?

This section outlines additional assistance for Georgia, contingent upon a presidential certification. The Secretary of State is directed to enhance people-to-people contacts and academic exchanges between the United States and Georgia. The President is directed to maintain and potentially expand military cooperation with Georgia, including providing security and defense equipment. Congress expresses the sense that if Georgia realigns with its Euro-Atlantic agenda, the President should improve the bilateral relationship and bolster Georgia's deterrence capabilities. The presidential certification requires demonstrating significant and sustained progress towards reinvigorating democracy and advancing Euro-Atlantic integration.

What does SUNSET. of MEGOBARI Act do?

This Act ceases to have effect 5 years after enactment The Act aims to counter influence of the Chinese Communist Party, Iranian Regime, and Russian Federation in Georgia

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MEGOBARI Act

Last updated: 5/6/2025 · Introduced: 1/3/2025

Author: Joe Wilson (R-SC)

TL;DR (AI)

This Act directs the suspension of the United States-Georgia Strategic Partnership Commission unless the Georgian government demonstrates a commitment to democratic principles, EU membership, and NATO.
The bill mandates a classified report detailing Russian intelligence assets and Chinese influence in Georgia, alongside a detailed strategy for U.S.-Georgia bilateral relations.
It imposes sanctions on foreign individuals involved in corruption or actions hindering Georgia's Euro-Atlantic integration, including potential visa and property restrictions.

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