Georgian Nightmare Non-Recognition Act

H.R. 243, the Georgian Nightmare Non-Recognition Act, would prevent federal officials and employees from recognizing or taking actions that imply U.S. recognition of Bidzina Ivanishvili or any Georgian government led by him or his proxies. The bill would require the United States to recognize only the incumbent president of Georgia prior to the October 26, 2024 elections as the legitimate leader of the country. This policy could affect diplomatic relations, official communications, and federal funding decisions related to Georgia's government.

The bill includes a provision allowing the President to override this policy if the chairman and co-chairman of the U.S. Helsinki Commission certify that Georgia has held free and fair elections. Currently in committee consideration, the bill has not yet been voted on by the full House and would require presidential signature to become law if passed.