Taiwan

Federal
US Congress 112th Congress

Taiwan Airpower Modernization Act of 2011 [HB-2992]
Taiwan Air Power Modernization Act of 2011 - Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) a critical element to maintaining peace and stability in Asia in the face of China's military expansion is ensuring a militarily strong Taiwan, (2) the United States has a statutory obligation under the Taiwan Relations Act to help Taiwan maintain sufficient self-defense capabilities, and (3) the proposed fighter aircraft sale to Taiwan would have significant economic benefits to the U.S. economy. Directs the President to carry out the sale of no fewer than 66 (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 11/17/2011

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Taiwan Policy Act of 2011 [HB-2918]
Taiwan Policy Act of 2011 - States that nothing in this Act shall be construed to amend or supersede the Taiwan Relations Act. States that it shall be U.S. policy to: (1) support Taiwan and the human rights of its people, (2) permit senior leaders of Taiwan to enter the United States under conditions of appropriate respect and permit meetings between high level Taiwanese and U.S. officials in all U.S. executive departments, (3) sign a comprehensive extradition agreement, (4) accept a letter of request from Taiwan for price and availability data (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 11/17/2011

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Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 [HB-1473]
Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 - Division A: Department of Defense Appropriations, 2011 - Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2011- Title I: Military Personnel - Appropriates funds for FY2011 for active-duty and reserve personnel in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force (the military departments), and for National Guard personnel in the Army and Air Force. Title II: Operation and Maintenance - Appropriates funds for FY2011 for operation and maintenance (O&M) for the military departments, the defense (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Harold Rogers Presented To President. on 04/15/2011

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State (Idaho)
Idaho 2010 Regular Session

Stating findings of the Legislature and reaffirming the state of Idaho's commitment to the strong and deepening relationship between the state of Idaho and Taiwan. [HCR-46]
Stating findings of the Legislature and reaffirming the state of Idaho's commitment to the strong and deepening relationship between the state of Idaho and Taiwan.

  

Sponsored by: No sponsors To Secretary Of State on 03/23/2010

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A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). [SCR-63]
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the government of Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO); and (2) the U.S. government should take a leading role in gaining international support for granting Taiwan observer status in the ICAO.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S3910) on 05/18/2010

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Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs [S.3676]
Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2011 - Title I: Department of State and Related Agency - Makes FY2011 appropriations for the Department of State (Department) for: (1) administration of foreign affairs and diplomatic and consular programs; (2) the civilian stabilization initiative; (3) the Capital Investment Fund; (4) the Office of Inspector General; (5) educational and cultural exchange programs; (6) representation allowances; (7) protection of foreign missions and officials; (8) U.S. embassy security, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Patrick Leahy Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr S6510-6511) on 07/29/2010

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Declaring that it shall continue to be the policy of the United States, consistent with the Taiwan Relations Act, to make available to Taiwan such defense articles and services as may be necessary for Taiwan to maintain a sufficient self-defense capability. [HR-927]
States that: (1) it shall continue to be U.S. policy to make available to Taiwan defense articles and services as may be necessary for Taiwan to maintain a sufficient self-defense capability; and (2) the United States should determine the nature and quantity of such defense articles and services based solely upon Taiwan's legitimate defense needs.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Joe Barton Referred To The House Committee On Foreign Affairs. on 11/19/2009

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Recognizing the World Trade Organization member, Chinese Taipei's, accession to the Government Procurement Agreement on July 15, 2009, and extending hope and good faith that this will promote its domestic economy and position in the global economy. [HR-887]
Congratulates and welcomes World Trade Organization (WTO) member Chinese Taipei into the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). Encourages Chinese Taipei to uphold GPA standards and recognize and comply with international arbitration agreements and arbitration awards as provided in the Treaty of Friendship, Commerce, and Navigation of 1978.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Scalise Referred To The Committee On Ways And Means, And In Addition To The Committee On Foreign Affairs, 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. on 11/03/2009

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Expressing condolences to the people and Government of Taiwan in the aftermath of the devastating typhoon that struck the central and southern regions of the island on August 8, 2009. [HR-733]
Mourns the loss of life caused by Typhoon Morakot that occurred on August 8, 2009, in Taiwan and expresses condolences to the families of the many victims. Recognizes the deep ties between the United States and Taiwan and expresses continued solidarity with its people during this time of crisis. Expresses gratitude to the people of the United States who have supported those humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the people of Taiwan in this time of need.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Ms. Watson Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 09/23/2009

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Supporting the goals and ideals of Taiwanese American Heritage Week and recognizing the close relationship between the United States and Taiwan. [HR-1352]
Supports the goals of Taiwanese American Heritage Week. Recognizes the contributions of Taiwanese Americans and the important role that Taiwanese Americans play in strengthening U.S. society. Remains committed to enhancing peace, stability, and prosperity in Taiwan and across the Taiwan Strait.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee Referred To The House Committee On Foreign Affairs. on 05/12/2010

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Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act. [HCR-55]
Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to the Taiwan Relations Act as the cornerstone of U.S.-Taiwan relations. Supports the strong and deepening U.S.-Taiwan relationship.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Received In The Senate And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 03/26/2009

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Expressing the sense of Congress relating to a free trade agreement between the United States and Taiwan. [HCR-276]
Expresses the sense of Congress that the President should: (1) make the conclusion of a free trade agreement between the United States and Taiwan one of the top U.S. priorities when initiating bilateral free trade agreements with foreign countries; and (2) foster the expansion of trade opportunities with Taiwan by instructing the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to expedite negotiations on a free trade agreement between the United States and Taiwan.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gregorio Sablan Referred To The House Committee On Ways And Means. on 05/06/2010

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Expressing the sense of Congress that Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). [HCR-266]
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the government of Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO); (2) the U.S. government should take a leading role in gaining international support for granting Taiwan ICAO observer status; and (3) the Department of State should brief or consult with Congress on U.S. government efforts in support of Taiwan's progress toward ICAO observer status.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 08/05/2010

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Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the freedom, security, and stability of Taiwan. [HCR-200]
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) grave concerns exist concerning the ballistic missile deployment by the People's Republic of China (PRC) directed toward Taiwan which threatens security and stability in the Taiwan Strait; (2) the President of the United States should seek a renunciation from the PRC of any threat or use of force against Taiwan; and (3) Taiwan's future should be determined peacefully, free from coercion, and with the consent of Taiwan's people.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gus Bilirakis Referred To The House Committee On Foreign Affairs. on 10/15/2009

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Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should resume normal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, and for other purposes. [HCR-18]
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the President should abandon the "One China Policy" in favor of a "One China, One Taiwan Policy" that recognizes Taiwan as a sovereign government; (2) the President should begin the process of resuming normal diplomatic relations with Taiwan; and (3) the President and other U.S. officials should support Taiwan's full participation in international organizations for which statehood is a membership requirement.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Referred To The House Committee On Foreign Affairs. on 01/09/2009

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To require the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, to provide detailed briefings to Congress on any recent discussions conducted between United States Government and the Government of Taiwan and any potential transfer of defense articles or defense services to the Government of Taiwan, and for other purposes. [HB-4102]
Directs the Secretary of State to provide briefings to Congress at least once a year regarding: (1) discussions conducted between any executive branch agency and the government of Taiwan; and (2) potential defense article or defense service transfers to the government of Taiwan.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly Referred To The House Committee On Foreign Affairs. on 11/18/2009

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Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010 [HB-3288]
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010 - (Sec. 4) Makes the following appropriations for FY2010. Division A: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - Title I: Department of Transportation - Department of Transportation Appropriations Act, 2010 - Makes appropriations for FY2010 to the Department of Transportation (DOT), including: (1) the Office of the Secretary; (2) the Federal Aviation Administration (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. John Olver Signed By President. on 12/16/2009

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Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 [HB-3081]
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 - Makes continuing appropriations for FY2011. (Sec. 101) Appropriates amounts for continuing operations, projects, or activities conducted in FY2010, at the same rate as for FY2010, for which appropriations, funds, or other authority were made available in: (1) the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (P.L. 111-80); (2) Division A of the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010 (division A of P.L. 111-118); (3) the Energy and Water Development (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Nita Lowey Became Public Law No: 111-242. on 09/30/2010

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Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 [HB-1105]
Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 - (Sec. 4) Declares that the explanatory statement regarding this Act printed in the House of Representatives section of the Congressional Record on or about February 23, 2009, by the Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations of the House shall have the same effect with respect to the allocation of funds and implementation of this Act as if it were a joint explanatory statement of a committee of conference. (Sec. 5) Makes the following appropriations for FY2009. Division A: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. David Obey Message On Senate Action Sent To The House. on 03/11/2009

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State (Texas)
Texas 81st Legislature Regular Session

Recognizing the 21st anniversary of the sister-state relationship between the State of Texas and Taiwan. [SR-944]
Recognizing the 21st anniversary of the sister-state relationship between the State of Texas and Taiwan.

Sponsored by: Sen. Jane Nelson Received By The Secretary Of The Senate on 05/18/2009

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