This bill would let the President recognize Somaliland as a separate country from Somalia. It declares Somalia's territorial claims over Somaliland invalid. No funding, military commitments, or trade deals are attached -- just the authority to recognize.
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Republic of Somaliland Independence Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Latest action on H.R. 3992: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Who this affects: This bill primarily affects the people and government of Somaliland, the government of Somalia, and U.S. diplomats and officials working in the Horn of Africa. It could also ripple out to neighboring countries and international organizations that deal with this region.
Why this matters: Somaliland has governed itself for over 30 years but has never been recognized as a country by the U.S. or most of the world. This bill could change that. If the President acts on this authority, it would be one of the most significant U.S. foreign policy shifts in the Horn of Africa in decades, potentially reshaping diplomacy, aid, trade, and security relationships in the region.
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Officially: Republic of Somaliland Independence Act
This bill would let the President recognize Somaliland as a separate country from Somalia. It declares Somalia's territorial claims over Somaliland invalid. No funding, military commitments, or trade deals are attached -- just the authority to recognize.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR3992. Modern Action explains Republic of Somaliland Independence Act in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in House Committee
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (6/12/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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