Taxpayer Protection and Somalia Accountability Act of 2026

Sponsor: Ronny Jackson (Republican-TX)April 16, 2026

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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

U.S. would stop most aid to Somalia's government over corruption fears.

This bill would largely stop U.S. foreign aid to Somalia's government. It aims to prevent U.S. funds from being misused by corrupt officials or going to terrorist groups. This means stricter rules for aid and potential restrictions on money sent from the U.S. to Somalia.

What Would Change

Today, the U.S. provides foreign aid to Somalia's government without these specific restrictions. There are also no explicit rules about restricting remittances based on the source of funds or recipient's affiliation. If this bill passes, most direct U.S. aid to Somalia's government would stop unless safeguards are in place, and the President would be urged to restrict certain money transfers from the U.S. to Somalia.

Key Provisions

Blocks most direct U.S. foreign aid to Somalia's government unless strong protections against misuse are in place.
Prevents U.S. money given to international groups from directly benefiting Somalia's government.
Recommends the President restrict money sent from the U.S. to Somalia if it comes from U.S. government aid or goes to Somali officials or terrorist groups.
Applies visa restrictions to corrupt Somali government officials and their immediate families.
Lets the President impose sanctions on foreign individuals who help divert U.S. funds in Somalia.
Creates a rewards program, offering up to $250,000 per reward, for information about fraud against U.S. programs by Somali networks.

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Taxpayer Protection and Somalia Accountability Act of 2026

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