Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act of 2025

3/28/2025, 11:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1716

Bill 119 HR 1716, also known as the Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act of 2025, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at deterring conflict in the Taiwan Strait region. The bill seeks to strengthen the United States' commitment to Taiwan's security and stability by enhancing military cooperation and support for Taiwan.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing arms sales to Taiwan, conducting joint military exercises with Taiwan, and enhancing intelligence sharing between the US and Taiwan. The bill also calls for the establishment of a permanent US military presence in Taiwan to deter potential aggression from China.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining a peaceful and stable relationship with China while also standing firm in support of Taiwan's sovereignty and self-defense capabilities. It reaffirms the US commitment to the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances, which outline the US's obligations to Taiwan's security and well-being. Overall, the Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act of 2025 aims to bolster Taiwan's defenses and deter potential conflict in the region, while also reaffirming the US's commitment to Taiwan's security and stability.

Current Status of Bill HR 1716

Bill HR 1716 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill HR 1716 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2025.  Bill HR 1716's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 35. as of March 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1716

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1716

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1716

Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act of 2025Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act of 2025To deter Chinese aggression towards Taiwan by requiring the Secretary of the Treasury to publish a report on financial institutions and accounts connected to senior officials of the People's Republic of China, to restrict financial services for certain immediate family of such officials, and for other purposes.
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