American Samoa Statutory Nationality and Citizenship Act

HR 6158, the American Samoa Statutory Nationality and Citizenship Act, clarifies passport procedures for American Samoans who are U.S. nationals but not citizens. The bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to allow these individuals to apply for a U.S. passport explicitly identifying them as "national, but not a citizen" of the United States. It also provides an option for those living in U.S. states or territories to request a passport identifying them as both a national and a citizen. This change formalizes existing practice without altering citizenship status or rights.