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US HB7993

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Rose

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to submit a report to Congress within 180 days analyzing barriers to Somaliland's access to the U.S. financial system, including issues related to international recognition status, KYC/AML/CTF compliance, and remittance challenges

  • Directs the report to include recommendations for Somaliland authorities to enhance compliance with IMF, World Bank, and Financial Action Task Force (FATF) international financial standards

  • Calls for evaluation of U.S. steps to facilitate Somaliland's financial access, including using U.S. influence at international financial institutions and assessing incorporation into the SWIFT payment system

  • Requires recommendations on mechanisms and technologies to prevent money laundering, terrorism financing, and other illicit activities connected to remittances and financial system access

  • Authorizes the Treasury Secretary to consult directly with Somaliland government officials (including the Central Bank and Ministry of Finance) and private-sector financial institutions when preparing the report

Legislative Description

Somaliland Economic Access and Opportunity Act

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

3/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Financial Services3/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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