Countering China’s Control of the Caucasus Act | ChamberLight

PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS

House BillHR 7668ChinaGeorgia (Republic)

Countering China’s Control of the Caucasus Act

INTRO FEB 24· LAST ACTION JUN 9

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters because it aims to provide the U.S. government with a clearer picture of external influences and the effectiveness of its own foreign policy in a strategically important region. By requiring an intelligence report on Russian and Chinese activities in Georgia, it seeks to inform U.S. lawmakers about potential threats and how two major rivals might be operating. This could influence U.S. national security decisions and its approach to countering foreign interference.

The mandated five-year strategy is important because it would force a comprehensive review of the U.S. partnership with Georgia, including significant funding decisions. If the bill becomes law, U.S. engagement with Georgia could be re-evaluated based on the findings, potentially increasing or decreasing financial aid, military cooperation, or trade initiatives. If it doesn't become law, the U.S. may continue its current policies without this specific, mandated strategic review and detailed intelligence assessment, potentially leading to less informed decision-making regarding a country that is a key partner in a geopolitically sensitive area.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Requires the Secretary of State, Director of National Intelligence, and Secretary of Defense to submit a classified report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets and influence in Georgia.

This report would inform Congress about potential foreign interference and security threats in a strategically important country.

PROVISION 02

Requires the report to examine the penetration of Russian and Chinese intelligence elements and their assets in Georgia, and their potential cooperation.

This aims to uncover the specifics of foreign intelligence operations and coordination, which could impact regional stability.

PROVISION 03

Requires the Secretary of State to submit a detailed, unclassified five-year strategy for U.S. bilateral relations with Georgia.

This strategy would set future U.S. policy objectives and resource allocations for its partnership with Georgia.

PROVISION 04

The five-year strategy must assess whether Georgia should remain a top recipient of U.S. funding and determine the extent of continued U.S. investment.

This directly impacts the future financial and political support Georgia receives from the U.S.

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ACTION TIMELINE

11 EVENTS

JUN 9

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

SENATE · INTROREFERRAL

JUN 8

Mr. Mast moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

HOUSE · FLOOR

JUN 8

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3967-3968)

FLOOR

JUN 8

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7668.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 7668

Congress119th

StatusPassed House

IntroducedFeb 24, 2026

Last actionJun 9, 2026

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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 24, 2026

House BillHR 7668ChinaGeorgia (Republic)

Countering China’s Control of the Caucasus Act

INTRODUCED FEB 24, 2026· LAST ACTION JUN 9, 2026

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Passed Senate
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Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires the Secretary of State, Director of National Intelligence, and Secretary of Defense to submit a classified report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets and influence in Georgia.

This report would inform Congress about potential foreign interference and security threats in a strategically important country.

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Requires the report to examine the penetration of Russian and Chinese intelligence elements and their assets in Georgia, and their potential cooperation.

This aims to uncover the specifics of foreign intelligence operations and coordination, which could impact regional stability.

high

Requires the Secretary of State to submit a detailed, unclassified five-year strategy for U.S. bilateral relations with Georgia.

This strategy would set future U.S. policy objectives and resource allocations for its partnership with Georgia.

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The five-year strategy must assess whether Georgia should remain a top recipient of U.S. funding and determine the extent of continued U.S. investment.

This directly impacts the future financial and political support Georgia receives from the U.S.

DEADLINES & DATES

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Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.

Secretary of State, Director of National Intelligence, and Secretary of Defense must submit a classified report on Russian and Chinese intelligence assets in Georgia.

Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.

Secretary of State must submit a detailed 5-year United States strategy for bilateral relations with Georgia.

GLOSSARY

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Classified Report: A report containing sensitive information that is restricted by law or regulation to particular classes of people, typically requiring special security clearance.
Enactment: The process of a bill becoming law after passing both chambers of Congress and being signed by the President or overriding a veto.
Bilateral Relations: The political, economic, or cultural relationship between two countries.
Director of National Intelligence: The head of the U.S. Intelligence Community, responsible for overseeing and directing the implementation of the National Intelligence Program.
Secretary of State: The President's chief foreign affairs advisor, responsible for carrying out the President's foreign policies through the State Department.
Secretary of Defense: The principal defense policy advisor to the President, responsible for planning, developing, and executing U.S. defense policy.
Congressional Committees: Groups of members of the House of Representatives or Senate formed to consider bills and other measures, conducting investigations, and exercising oversight responsibilities.

ACTION TIMELINE

11 EVENTS

JUN 9

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

INTROREFERRAL

JUN 8

Mr. Mast moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

FLOOR

JUN 8

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3967-3968)

FLOOR

JUN 8

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7668.

FLOOR

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