Taiwan

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US Congress 116th Congress

COVID–19 Accountability Act [S.3683]
Authorizes sanctions in relation to the Chinese government's response to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak. It also increases the research tax credit and imposes requirements related to the acquisition of items for the Strategic National Stockpile. The President shall periodically certify to Congress that the Chinese government (1) is cooperating with efforts related to the COVID-19 outbreak, (2) has prohibited wet markets, and (3) has released and dropped all charges for anyone involved in protests in Hong Kong related to COVID-19. (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Martha McSally Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Finance. on 05/11/2020

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Commending the people of Taiwan on holding free and fair democratic presidential and legislative elections, and congratulating Madame Tsai Ing-wen on her re-election to the presidency of Taiwan. [HR-910]
This resolution commends the people of Taiwan for the holding of democratic elections and congratulates President Tsai Ing-wen on her reelection. The resolution calls on the United States to advocate for Taiwan's active participation in international organizations.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Yoho Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia, The Pacific And Nonproliferation. on 04/03/2020

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Taiwan Symbols of Sovereignty (SOS) Act of 2020 [HB-6287]
Directs the Department of State and the Department of Defense to permit representatives from Taiwan's government and armed forces to display Taiwan's flags and military insignia at U.S. government-hosted functions. (China considers Taiwan a province of China and, as a result, the United States has an unofficial relationship with Taiwan.)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Jackie Speier Introduced In House on 03/13/2020

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Employment Fairness for Taiwan Act of 2020 [HB-6014]
Directs the Department of the Treasury to instruct U.S. directors at each international financial institution to ensure that Taiwanese nationals are not discriminated against in employment decisions. (China's position is that Taiwan is a part of China and, as a result, international financial institutions generally do not recognize Taiwan as a country or a member country of the institution.)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. David Scott Introduced In House on 02/28/2020

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A resolution commending the people of Taiwan on holding free and fair democratic presidential and legislative elections, and congratulating Madame Tsai Ing-wen on her re-election to the presidency of Taiwan. [SR-510]
This resolution commends the people of Taiwan for the holding of democratic elections and congratulates President Tsai Ing-wen on her reelection. The resolution calls on the United States to advocate for Taiwan's active participation in international organizations.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 02/27/2020

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Taiwan Symbols of Sovereignty (SOS) Act of 2020 [S.3310]
Directs the Department of State and the Department of Defense to permit representatives from Taiwan's government and armed forces to display Taiwan's flags and military insignia at U.S. government-hosted functions. (China considers Taiwan a province of China and, as a result, the United States has an unofficial relationship with Taiwan.)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Martha McSally Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 02/13/2020

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A resolution commemorating the life of Dr. Li Wenliang and calling for transparency and cooperation from the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Communist Party of China. [SR-497]
This resolution honors the life and contributions of Li Wenliang, a doctor in Wuhan, China, who passed away after contracting the 2019 novel coronavirus (also known as 2019-nCoV or COVID-19). The resolution expresses gratitude to Li and all Chinese medical personnel and citizens in their efforts to spread awareness of the virus and calls on the government of China to be open and transparent in its response to the outbreak.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. on 03/03/2020

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State (Arizona)
Arizona Fifty-fourth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2020)

Taiwan; United States; trade; support [SCR-1025]
Taiwan; United States; trade; support

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Vince Leach Introduced In House And Read First Time on 03/18/2020

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Arizona Fifty-fourth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2020)

Taiwan; United States; trade; support [SCR-1025]
Taiwan; United States; trade; support

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Vince Leach Introduced In House And Read First Time on 03/18/2020

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Idaho 2020 Regular Session

Stating findings of the Legislature and supporting the relationship between the State of Idaho and the Republic of China (Taiwan) and supporting Taiwan's meaningful participation in appropriate international organizations. [SJM-107]
TAIWAN -- Stating findings of the Legislature and supporting the relationship between the State of Idaho and the Republic of China (Taiwan) and supporting Taiwan's meaningful participation in appropriate international organizations.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Reported Signed By The Speaker & Ordered Delivered To Secretary Of State on 03/13/2020

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Taiwan Envoy Act [HB-5535]
Requires the President to appoint the Director of the American Institute in Taiwan with the advice and consent of the Senate. The director shall have the rank and status of Ambassador at Large. (The United States officially recognizes the government in Beijing as the sole legal government in China and acknowledges that government's position that Taiwan is a part of China. As such, the United States has an unofficial relationship with Taiwan. The American Institute in Taiwan represents U.S. interests in Taiwan and provides consular services.)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Chabot Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia, The Pacific And Nonproliferation. on 01/14/2020

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A resolution recognizing that for 50 years, the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its ten members, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, have worked with the United States toward stability, prosperity, and peace in Southeast Asia, and expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States will continue to remain a strong, reliable, and active partner in the ASEAN region. [SR-406]
This resolution reaffirms support for elevated collaboration between the United States and the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN), particularly in terms of economic cooperation and human rights; urges ASEAN to foster multilateral relations with non-ASEAN partners; expresses support for ASEAN nations in addressing maritime and territorial disputes, as well as corruption in the public and private sectors; calls on ASEAN nations to ensure human rights, a protected marine environment, and safe access to international waterways in the Asia-Pacific; (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey Measure Laid Before Senate By Unanimous Consent. on 01/01/2021

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Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act of 2019 [HB-4754]
Requires the Department of State to consult with Congress before decreasing or increasing U.S. government engagement with another nation as a result of that nation's decision to strengthen or undermine ties with Taiwan. (Taiwan is self-governing, but China considers it a renegade province and has taken actions to encourage countries and international organizations to limit or cut off relations with Taiwan.) The bill states that the U.S. government should support Taiwan in strengthening its relationships with countries around the world.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 10/30/2019

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Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and 2020 [HB-3494]
Reauthorizes for FY2018-FY2020 intelligence activities in various U.S. government departments and agencies. It also establishes several intelligence-related programs and calls for reports on various topics. The bill establishes a paid parental leave program for intelligence community employees. The program provides 12 weeks of leave in the 12-month period following the birth or adoption of a child. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) shall report on intelligence community policies for awarding contracts, including research (continued...)

Sponsored by: Sen. Adam Schiff Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Select Committee On Intelligence. on 07/18/2019

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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 [S.1790]
Authorizes FY2020 appropriations and sets forth policies for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, including military personnel strengths. It does not provide budget authority, which is provided in subsequent appropriations legislation. The bill authorizes appropriations to DOD for Procurement, including aircraft, weapons and tracked combat vehicles, shipbuilding and conversion, missiles, and space procurement; Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation; Operation and Maintenance; Working Capital Funds; Chemical Agents and Munitions (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. James Inhofe Signed By President. on 12/20/2019

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A resolution supporting measures taken by the Government of Taiwan to deter, or if so compelled, defeat, aggression by the Government of the People's Republic of China. [SR-228]
This resolution expresses support for the government of Taiwan and its efforts to counter China's hostile actions against Taiwan.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Marco Rubio Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 06/04/2019

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Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act of 2019 [S.1678]
Requires the Department of State to annually report to Congress on steps the State Department has taken to help strengthen Taiwan's diplomatic relationships and partnerships around the world. (Taiwan is self-governing, but China considers it a renegade province and has taken actions to encourage countries and international organizations to limit or cut off relations with Taiwan.)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez Became Public Law No: 116-135. (txt | Pdf) on 03/26/2020

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A concurrent resolution reaffirming the United States commitment to Taiwan and to the implementation of the Taiwan Relations Act. [SCR-13]
This concurrent resolution affirms that the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances will remain cornerstones of the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. It encourages increasing engagement between the United States and Taiwan and states that the President should conduct regular transfers of defense articles to Taiwan. (The United States made the Six Assurances to Taiwan in 1982, stating that it will not pressure Taiwan to negotiate with China and that it has not agreed to consult with China prior to any arms sales to Taiwan.)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Citizenship. on 05/20/2019

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Reaffirming the United States commitment to Taiwan and to the implementation of the Taiwan Relations Act. [HR-273]
This resolution affirms that the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances will remain cornerstones of the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. It encourages increasing engagement between the United States and Taiwan and states that the President should conduct regular transfers of defense articles to Taiwan. (The United States made the Six Assurances to Taiwan in 1982, stating that it will not pressure Taiwan to negotiate with China and that it has not agreed to consult with China prior to any arms sales to Taiwan.)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Andy Biggs Mr. Sires Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution. on 05/07/2019

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Taiwan Assurance Act of 2019 [HB-2002]
Directs the Department of State to review its guidance governing U.S.-Taiwan relations and to reissue such guidance to the relevant executive branch departments and agencies. It also directs the State Department to report to Congress on the results of the review and on the implementation of the Taiwan Travel Act, which states that it is U.S. policy to allow and encourage engagement between U.S. and Taiwanese officials. The bill states that Taiwan is an important part of U.S. strategy in the region and urges the United States to conduct regular transfers (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 05/08/2019

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