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Presidential Notice 13219

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 2001 regarding the Western Balkans, citing ongoing threats from extremist violence, obstruction of peace agreements, and corruption that undermines democratic governance and transatlantic integration. The continuation extends the emergency authorities beyond June 26, 2022, maintaining sanctions and related powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Federal Register Open PDF 87 FR 36051

Impact dates

  1. Continued national emergency expires unless extended again

Key directives

  • Continue national emergency declared in EO 13219 for 1 year beyond June 26, 2022
  • Publish notice in Federal Register
  • Transmit notice to Congress

Timeline

Immediate

  • Continuation of national emergency takes effect upon publication

Near term (90d)

  • Annual review and reporting obligations to Congress under National Emergencies Act

Long term

  • Potential renewal or termination by June 2023
  • Sustained sanctions architecture affecting regional actors

Risks & tensions

  • Perpetual emergency status since 2001 raises questions about indefinite executive authorities
  • Vague 'corruption' expansion in EO 14033 broadens scope beyond original extremist violence focus
  • Limited congressional oversight mechanism for ongoing emergencies
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