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Taiwan Preclearance Act

12/30/2022, 3:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6212

Bill 117 hr 6212, also known as the Taiwan Preclearance Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security to enter into an agreement with Taiwan to establish a preclearance facility at Taiwan's Taoyuan International Airport. This facility would allow travelers flying from Taiwan to the United States to undergo US customs and immigration inspections before boarding their flights, streamlining the entry process upon arrival in the US.

The bill aims to enhance security and efficiency for travelers flying between Taiwan and the US, as well as strengthen the relationship between the two countries. By allowing preclearance in Taiwan, it is hoped that this will lead to smoother travel experiences for passengers and reduce congestion at US airports.

The Taiwan Preclearance Act has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the benefits of such an agreement for both countries. It is seen as a positive step towards improving travel between Taiwan and the US, and fostering closer ties between the two nations. Overall, the Taiwan Preclearance Act seeks to facilitate travel between Taiwan and the US by establishing a preclearance facility in Taiwan, benefiting both travelers and the relationship between the two countries.

Congressional Summary of HR 6212

Taiwan Preclearance Act

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to report to Congress on various issues, including (1) a plan for establishing a U.S. Customs and Border Protection preclearance facility in the Indo-Pacific region; (2) an analysis of the feasibility and advisability of establishing a preclearance facility in Taiwan; and (3) an assessment of the impact that a preclearance facility will have on trade, tourism, and the security partnership between Taiwan and the United States.

(Preclearance facilities are stations in designated foreign airports that inspect travelers prior to boarding U.S.-bound flights.)

Current Status of Bill HR 6212

Bill HR 6212 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6212 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 9, 2021.  Bill HR 6212's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations. as of December 10, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6212

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
50
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
38
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6212

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6212

Taiwan Preclearance Act
Taiwan Preclearance Act
To analyze the impacts of establishing U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facilities in Taiwan and in other Indo-Pacific countries.

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