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US Support for Georgia: Security, Democracy, and Sanctions

This act aims to strengthen Georgia against Russian aggression by supporting its security, democracy, and territorial integrity. Georgian citizens may experience increased security and stability, as well as improvements in human rights and media freedom. The act also imposes sanctions on individuals responsible for human rights abuses in occupied Georgian territories.
Key points
Increased military and defense assistance for Georgia, potentially improving its self-defense capabilities.
Support for democratic development in Georgia, including free elections, an independent judiciary, and anti-corruption efforts.
Enhanced cybersecurity cooperation to protect Georgia's infrastructure from attacks.
Imposition of financial sanctions and US entry bans on individuals responsible for serious human rights abuses in occupied Georgian territories.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-04-27
95%
For 406
Against 20
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_923
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Process start date: 2021-02-08
Voting date: 2022-04-27
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 131