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Western Balkans Act: Boosting Trade, Democracy, and Cyber Resilience

This Act aims to increase US trade and investment across the Western Balkans (including Albania, Serbia, and Kosovo). It establishes new programs to combat corruption, support small businesses, enhance digital security, and expand educational exchanges for young leaders. The goal is to strengthen democracy, economic stability, and reduce Russian and Chinese influence in the region.
Key points
Anti-Corruption Focus: New initiatives to provide training for judicial and law enforcement bodies and support independent media to increase transparency and government accountability.
Economic Support: Programs promoting trade, infrastructure investment (transport, energy), and the growth of small and medium enterprises, especially those led by women and youth.
Cybersecurity: Increased US assistance to defend digital networks and ICT infrastructure in Balkan countries against cyberattacks and disinformation.
Sanctions: Codification and continuation of existing sanctions against individuals destabilizing the region, with provisions for termination after two years of non-harmful activity.
Youth Programs: Expansion of professional development and exchange programs for young leaders (Young Balkan Leaders Initiative) to build civil society.
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Print number: 118_HR_9123
Sponsor: Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9]
Process start date: 2024-07-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Western Balkans Democracy and Prosperity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9123.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Anti-Corruption Focus: New initiatives to provide training for judicial and law enforcement bodies and support independent media to increase transparency and government accountability.
  • Economic Support: Programs promoting trade, infrastructure investment (transport, energy), and the growth of small and medium enterprises, especially those led by women and youth.
  • Cybersecurity: Increased US assistance to defend digital networks and ICT infrastructure in Balkan countries against cyberattacks and disinformation.
  • Sanctions: Codification and continuation of existing sanctions against individuals destabilizing the region, with provisions for termination after two years of non-harmful activity.
  • Youth Programs: Expansion of professional development and exchange programs for young leaders (Young Balkan Leaders Initiative) to build civil society.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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