The U.S. would expand its work with seven Western Balkans countries. The bill keeps sanctions on destabilizing actors and adds programs for trade, energy, schools, youth leaders, and cybersecurity. Many parts still need future funding before they can happen.
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Western Balkans Democracy and Prosperity Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Latest action on H.R. 5274: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people, businesses, schools, and governments in the Western Balkans. People in those countries could see more U.S.-backed programs for jobs, schools, youth leadership, energy, and cybersecurity if Congress funds them. Sanctioned people or groups that threaten stability would stay under U.S. restrictions unless they meet the bill's removal rules. U.S. agencies, businesses, universities, and development finance programs would also have more work to do in the region.
Why this matters: The bill matters because the Western Balkans sits in a region where democracy, energy choices, and foreign influence are all under pressure. It would use U.S. sanctions, aid, trade tools, education programs, and security work to push the region closer to U.S. and European standards. It could help build stronger economies and institutions, but only if the programs get money and local governments cooperate. It also puts Russian and Chinese influence in the region under regular U.S. review.
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Officially: Western Balkans Democracy and Prosperity Act
The U.S. would expand its work with seven Western Balkans countries. The bill keeps sanctions on destabilizing actors and adds programs for trade, energy, schools, youth leaders, and cybersecurity. Many parts still need future funding before they can happen.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend H.R.5274. Modern Action shows what the bill would change, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Foreign Affairs
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (9/10/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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