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Taiwan Peace and Stability Act

12/30/2022, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3972

Bill 117 HR 3972, also known as the Taiwan Peace and Stability Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting peace and stability in the region of Taiwan. The bill emphasizes the importance of the United States' commitment to Taiwan's security and democracy, and seeks to strengthen the relationship between the two countries.

The Taiwan Peace and Stability Act includes provisions for increased military cooperation between the US and Taiwan, as well as measures to enhance Taiwan's ability to defend itself against potential threats. The bill also calls for the US to support Taiwan's participation in international organizations and agreements, and to oppose any efforts to isolate or marginalize Taiwan on the global stage.

Additionally, the legislation reaffirms the US commitment to the Taiwan Relations Act, which governs the unofficial relationship between the US and Taiwan, and calls for regular consultations between the two countries on matters of mutual interest. The bill also expresses support for Taiwan's participation in the United Nations and other international forums. Overall, the Taiwan Peace and Stability Act is aimed at strengthening the US-Taiwan relationship and promoting peace and stability in the region. It underscores the importance of Taiwan's security and democracy, and seeks to ensure that Taiwan is not marginalized or isolated on the international stage.

Congressional Summary of HR 3972

Taiwan Peace and Stability Act

This bill requires various reports to Congress related to Taiwan.

The Department of State must report on (1) a strategy to advance Taiwan's meaningful participation in certain international organizations, and (2) a plan for strengthening Taiwan's community of civilian defense professionals. (China has taken actions to block Taiwan's participation in certain international organizations, such as opposing Taiwan's attendance at World Health Assembly meetings as an observer.)

The U.S. Agency for International Development must report on cooperation with Taiwan on trilateral and multilateral development initiatives.

The U.S. Trade Representative must report a legal template for establishing trade and investment agreements with Taiwan that is consistent with U.S.-Taiwan relations.

The President must report a whole-of-government strategy to enhance deterrence over a military conflict between China and Taiwan. Among other matters, the strategy must include an examination of the present and future capabilities of the United States and Taiwan to respond to potential actions by China's military, such as a naval blockade.

The Department of Defense must report on options for (1) supporting Taiwan's defense budgeting and procurement process in a way that is consistent with Taiwan's asymmetric defense strategy, and (2) strengthening Taiwan's implementation of its territorial defense force concept.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3972

Bill HR 3972 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 17, 2021. Bill HR 3972 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 17, 2021.  Bill HR 3972's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. as of June 17, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3972

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
28
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3972

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Advanced technology and technological innovations
- Agricultural trade
- Alliances
- Asia
- Aviation and airports
- China
- Conflicts and wars
- Congressional oversight
- Cultural exchanges and relations
- Defense spending
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Disaster relief and insurance
- Foreign aid and international relief
- Government studies and investigations
- Human rights
- International exchange and broadcasting
- International organizations and cooperation
- Labor standards
- Military operations and strategy
- Military procurement, research, weapons development
- Multilateral development programs
- Pacific Ocean
- Public-private cooperation
- Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
- Taiwan
- Trade agreements and negotiations
- Transportation safety and security
- World health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3972

Taiwan Peace and Stability Act
To support the diplomatic, economic, and physical space of Taiwan, and for other purposes.
Taiwan Peace and Stability Act

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3972

Ami Bera
Ami Bera
CaliforniaDemocrat
Steve Womack
Steve Womack
ArkansasRepublican
Juan Vargas
Juan Vargas
CaliforniaDemocrat
Dina Titus
Dina Titus
NevadaDemocrat
Albio Sires
Albio Sires
New JerseyDemocrat

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