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S. 1651: Western Balkans Democracy and Prosperity Act
Quick Facts
Bill Sponsor: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH)
Congress: 118th
Date Introduced: May 17, 2023
Last Action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 369. (May 7, 2024)
Bill Summary
Western Balkans Democracy and Prosperity Act
This bill addresses economic and political development in the Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia), including by supporting anti-corruption and trade initiatives.
The President must also submit any proposed termination of certain sanctions, waiver of such sanctions, or licensing actions related to the Western Balkans to Congress for a specified review period prior to implementation.