**Georgian Dream on Shaky Ground as US House Passes MEGOBARI Act**
In a significant development, the United States House of Representatives has passed the “MEGOBARI Act”, a bill that expresses support for the Georgian people and provides for sanctions against Georgian officials who commit human rights violations and undermine democracy. This move is being seen as a major blow to the ruling party in Georgia, “Georgian Dream”.
Ana Dolidze, one of the leaders of the opposition coalition “For the People – Strong Georgia”, was quick to react on social media. She congratulated her friends on the passage of the bill and stated that Georgian Dream is now in a dead end. Her comments reflect the growing optimism among Georgians who are hoping for change.
**A Bipartisan Majority Supports MEGOBARI Act**
The MEGOBARI Act, which stands for Mobilizing and Enhancing Georgia’s Options for Building Accountability, Resilience, and Independence Act, was introduced to the US House of Representatives last year by Congressman Joe Wilson. This year, it was reintroduced by Congressmen Steve Cohen, Richard Hudson, and Marc Veasey. The bill has now been backed by a bipartisan majority of 349 members of Congress, while only 42 voted against it.
The passage of the MEGOBARI Act is seen as a strong message from the US to Georgia’s ruling party, indicating that their actions have consequences. The bill provides for sanctions against Georgian officials who commit human rights violations and undermine democracy, which could have significant implications for the country’s leadership.
**What Next?**
Now that the House of Representatives has passed the MEGOBARI Act, it will be sent to the US Senate for approval. If approved by the Senate, the bill would then go to President Joe Biden for signature into law. This process is expected to take some time, but the passage of the bill through the House is a significant step towards making it a reality.
As Ana Dolidze noted on social media, “A new reality will soon emerge”. Many Georgians are hoping that this new reality will bring about much-needed change and accountability in their country.
