# US legislative action regarding Serbian democracy > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-legislative-action-regarding-serbian-democracy > Updated: 2026-10-04T02:00:57.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. Bipartisan U.S. lawmakers have introduced the ‘SRBIJA Act’ (Supporting the Rule of Law, Building Institutional Justice, and Accountability Act) in the Senate. Introduced by Republican Senator Chuck Grassley and Democrat Richard Blumenthal, the legislation follows a similar version previously submitted to the House of Representatives. The bill targets democratic backsliding in Serbia, specifically addressing issues of judicial independence, media freedom, corruption, and the rule of law. It calls for investigations into the Novi Sad railway station roof collapse and the use of force against protesters. To encourage Serbia to align its foreign policy more closely with NATO and the EU, the act proposes distancing the country from the influence of Russia, China, and Iran. Provisions include the potential for financial and visa sanctions against individuals who undermine democratic institutions or obstruct agreements vital to Western Balkan stability. Additionally, the bill suggests conditioning future U.S. aid and strategic dialogue on Serbia’s demonstrated progress regarding free and fair elections and institutional accountability. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-04: U.S. Senators introduce bipartisan ‘SRBIJA Act’ targeting Serbia U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley and Richard Blumenthal have introduced the bipartisan ‘SRBIJA Act’ to promote rule of law, media freedom, and anti-corruption measures in Serbia. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-senators-introduce-bipartisan-srbija-act-targeting-serbia ### 2026-10-01: US Senate receives “SRBIJA” Act targeting Serbian democratic standards The “SRBIJA” Act has reached the US Senate, proposing a pause in strategic dialogue with Serbia unless democratic standards and ties to Russia and China are addressed. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-senate-receives-srbija-act-targeting-serbian-democratic-standards --- Cite as: US legislative action regarding Serbian democracy. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/us-legislative-action-regarding-serbian-democracy