The SRBIJA Act is a proposed U.S. law that aims to encourage democratic reforms in Serbia by addressing concerns about its governance and international alliances. The bill requires the U.S. Secretary of State to report on Serbia's ties with Russia, China, and Iran, and to develop a strategy for U.S. engagement with Serbia. It also proposes halting the U.S.-Serbia Strategic Dialogue unless Serbia addresses issues like election integrity and press freedom. Additionally, the bill supports imposing sanctions on individuals who undermine democracy or stability in the Western Balkans. If Serbia makes significant democratic progress, the U.S. would consider enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation.
H.R. 10183 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Joe Wilson (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the International Affairs policy area, one of 271 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Joe Wilson is the sponsor of 13 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10183 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10183 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in International Affairs is 2/10.
Supporters of the SRBIJA Act commend its proactive approach to promoting democracy and stability in Serbia and the broader Western Balkans. They believe the bill's emphasis on accountability and alignment with Euro-Atlantic institutions will encourage Serbia to implement necessary reforms, thereby strengthening regional security and U.S. interests.
Critics argue that the SRBIJA Act could strain U.S.-Serbia relations by imposing conditions that may be perceived as intrusive. They express concern that the bill's focus on Serbia's foreign alliances and internal affairs might be seen as undermining Serbia's sovereignty, potentially leading to diplomatic tensions and hindering constructive engagement.
The analysis of H.R. 10183, the SRBIJA Act, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor, Joe Wilson, and his top donor industries. Wilson's primary financial support comes from Health Professionals, contributing a substantial $240 million, and Retired individuals, contributing $75 million. However, these industries do not appear to have a direct connection to the subject matter of the bill, which mitigates potential conflicts of interest. The absence of overlapping interests suggests that the motivations behind the bill are not financially influenced by his major donors. Voters should be aware that while large donations from health professionals are notable, they do not directly impact the legislative agenda of this specific bill.
Top industries funding Joe Wilson, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10183 do?
The SRBIJA Act is a proposed U.S. law that aims to encourage democratic reforms in Serbia by addressing concerns about its governance and international alliances. The bill requires the U.S. Secretary of State to report on Serbia's ties with Russia, China, and Iran, and to develop a strategy for U.S. engagement with Serbia. It also proposes halting the U.S.-Serbia Strategic Dialogue unless Serbia…
Has H.R. 10183 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10183 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10183 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10183 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in International Affairs is 2/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 10183?
H.R. 10183 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on September 2, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10183?
H.R. 10183 was sponsored by Joe Wilson (Republican).
