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Taiwan Representative Office Act

12/30/2022, 4:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6578

Bill 117 HR 6578, also known as the Taiwan Representative Office Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a representative office for Taiwan in the United States. This office would serve as a diplomatic mission for Taiwan, allowing for increased communication and cooperation between the two countries.

The bill outlines the responsibilities and functions of the Taiwan Representative Office, including promoting trade and economic relations, facilitating cultural exchanges, and providing consular services to Taiwanese citizens in the United States. It also specifies that the office must adhere to US laws and regulations, as well as international agreements.

Additionally, the bill addresses the issue of Taiwan's diplomatic status, reaffirming the US commitment to the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong and stable relations with Taiwan, while also respecting the One China policy. Overall, the Taiwan Representative Office Act aims to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Taiwan, while also upholding the principles of international diplomacy and cooperation.

Congressional Summary of HR 6578

Taiwan Representative Office Act

This bill requires the Department of State to seek to enter into negotiations with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) to rename its office in Washington, DC, the Taiwan Representative Office. (The U.S.-Taiwan relationship is unofficial, and TECRO is Taiwan's principal representative office in the United States.)

Current Status of Bill HR 6578

Bill HR 6578 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 3, 2022. Bill HR 6578 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 3, 2022.  Bill HR 6578's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 3, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6578

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6578

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6578

Taiwan Representative Office Act
Taiwan Representative Office Act
To direct the Secretary of State to seek to enter into negotiations with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office to rename its office the "Taiwan Representative Office", and for other purposes.

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