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Preventing China from Exploiting COVID–19 Act [HB-7484]
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Directs the Office of the Director of National Intelligence to report to Congress on efforts by China's government to exploit the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic to advance its national security and foreign policy interests. The report shall contain elements including (1) an assessment of Chinese government efforts to retaliate against countries seeking an inquiry into China's role in the spread of COVID-19, (2) a description of Chinese economic aid or medical assistance to countries affected by COVID-19 and how such activities
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Sponsored by: Rep. Luis Correa
Introduced In House on 07/02/2020
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Taiwan Defense Act [HB-7423]
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To maintain the ability of the United States Armed Forces to deny a fait accompli by the People's Republic of China against Taiwan, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. Ted S. Yoho
Introduced In House on 06/30/2020
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Taiwan Fellowship Act [HB-7414]
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Directs the Department of State to establish a program to provide two-year fellowships in Taiwan to qualifying U.S. government employees. Each program fellow shall work in (1) a Taiwanese government agency; or (2) a nongovernmental organization, such as the American Institute in Taiwan, whose interests are associated with the interests of the fellow's employing U.S. government agency. (The United States does not have official relations with Taiwan as a result of China's position that Taiwan is part of China. The American Institute in Taiwan is a
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald E. Connolly
Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia, The Pacific And Nonproliferation. on 07/13/2020
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 [S.4049]
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Authorizes FY2021 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, and missiles; Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation; Operation and Maintenance; Working Capital Funds; Chemical Agents and Munitions Destruction; Drug
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Sponsored by: Sen. James M. Inhofe
Held At The Desk. on 08/07/2020
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 [S.4049]
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Authorizes FY2021 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, and missiles; Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation; Operation and Maintenance; Working Capital Funds; Chemical Agents and Munitions Destruction; Drug
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Sponsored by: Sen. James M. Inhofe
Held At The Desk. on 08/07/2020
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Taiwan Defense Act [S.3936]
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A bill to maintain the ability of the United States Armed Forces to deny a fait accompli by the People's Republic of China against Taiwan, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Sen. Joshua David Hawley
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Armed Services. on 06/10/2020
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Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act of 2020 [HB-6974]
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Requires actions to improve Taiwan's standing in international financial institutions such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The U.S. Governor of the IMF shall oppose any increase in China's IMF quota unless certain conditions are met. (A country's quota generally reflects its economic strength and affects factors such as that country's voting power within the IMF.) Specifically, the governor shall oppose such a quota increase unless the Department of the Treasury reports to Congress that (1) the IMF is considering admitting Taiwan as a
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Sponsored by: Rep. Anthony E. Gonzalez
Introduced In House on 05/22/2020
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To prohibit all United States assessed and voluntary contributions to the United Nations until such time as the membership in the United Nations of the People's Republic of China is terminated and the Republic of China (Taiwan) is afforded full rights, privileges, and responsibilities as a Member State in the United Nations, and for other purposes. [HB-6946]
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Directs the United States to withhold all contributions to the United Nations (U.N.) until (1) China's U.N. membership is terminated, and (2) Taiwan is granted full membership. (China considers Taiwan a part of China, and, as a result, the U.N. does not consider Taiwan a member state.) The President shall direct the U.S. representative to the U.N. to encourage other member states to take similar action.
Sponsored by: Rep. Scott Perry
Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia, The Pacific And Nonproliferation. on 06/26/2020
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To prohibit all United States assessed and voluntary contributions to the World Health Organization until such time as the membership in the World Health Organization of the People's Republic of China is terminated and the Republic of China (Taiwan) is afforded full rights, privileges, and responsibilities as a Member State in the World Health Organization, and for other purposes. [HB-6945]
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Directs the United States to withhold all contributions to the World Health Organization (WHO) until (1) China's WHO membership is terminated, and (2) Taiwan is granted full membership. (China considers Taiwan a part of China, and, as a result, the WHO does not consider Taiwan a member state.) The President shall direct the U.S. representative to the WHO to encourage other member states to take similar action.
Sponsored by: Rep. Scott Perry
Introduced In House on 05/19/2020
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COVID–19 Accountability Act [HB-6863]
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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.
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gus M. Bilirakis
Introduced In House on 05/14/2020
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COVID–19 Accountability Act [S.3683]
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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.
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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]
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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 S. 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]
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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]
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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]
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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 J. Markey
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text: Cr S1227) on 02/27/2020
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Taiwan Symbols of Sovereignty (SOS) Act of 2020 [S.3310]
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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]
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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 J. Markey
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. on 03/03/2020
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Arizona Fifty-fourth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2020)
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Taiwan; United States; trade; support [SCR-1025]
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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)
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Taiwan; United States; trade; support [SCR-1025]
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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
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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]
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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. Commerce and Human Resources Committee
Received From Senate; Signed By Speaker; Returned To Senate on 03/13/2020