Republic of Somaliland Independence Act

This bill tells the U.S. government to treat Somaliland as its own country, separate from Somalia. It says Somalia’s claims over Somaliland are “invalid and without merit,” and it lets the President officially recognize Somaliland as independent if the law takes effect.

Key points

• Who is affected: U.S. foreign policy, people in Somaliland and Somalia, and anyone dealing with U.S. travel, aid, or diplomacy in that region.
• What changes: The U.S. would shift policy to support Somaliland’s independence and authorize the President to recognize it as a separate nation.
• When: The changes would apply once the bill becomes law; the text does not list a separate start date.