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Taiwan Partnership Act

12/31/2022, 5:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4560

The Taiwan Partnership Act, also known as Bill 117 HR 4560, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to strengthen the partnership between the United States and Taiwan. The bill emphasizes the importance of the US-Taiwan relationship and seeks to enhance cooperation in various areas such as security, trade, and technology.

Specifically, the Taiwan Partnership Act calls for increased military cooperation between the US and Taiwan, including the sale of defense equipment and technology to Taiwan. It also encourages the promotion of trade and investment between the two countries, as well as collaboration on issues related to cybersecurity and emerging technologies.

Furthermore, the bill reaffirms the US commitment to Taiwan's security and democracy, and expresses support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations. It also calls for regular high-level exchanges between US and Taiwanese officials to strengthen bilateral ties. Overall, the Taiwan Partnership Act aims to solidify the relationship between the United States and Taiwan and promote mutual interests and values. It underscores the importance of Taiwan as a strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific region and seeks to enhance cooperation in various areas for the benefit of both countries.

Congressional Summary of HR 4560

Taiwan Partnership Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense to submit a report annually to the congressional defense committees on the feasibility and advisability of enhanced cooperation between the National Guard and Taiwan.

Current Status of Bill HR 4560

Bill HR 4560 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 20, 2021. Bill HR 4560 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 20, 2021.  Bill HR 4560's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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. as of July 20, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4560

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4560

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Asia
- Computer security and identity theft
- Congressional oversight
- Cultural exchanges and relations
- Disaster relief and insurance
- Emergency planning and evacuation
- Foreign aid and international relief
- Foreign language and bilingual programs
- Military assistance, sales, and agreements
- Military education and training
- Military medicine
- Military operations and strategy
- Military readiness
- National Guard and reserves
- Taiwan

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4560

To require an annual report on cooperation between the National Guard and Taiwan, and for other purposes.
Taiwan Partnership Act
Taiwan Partnership Act

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