Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should resume normal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, negotiate a bilateral free trade agreement with Taiwan, and support Taiwan's membership in international organizations.

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Summary of Bill HCONRES 10

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 10, titled "Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should resume normal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, negotiate a bilateral free trade agreement with Taiwan, and support Taiwan's membership in international organizations," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress.

The purpose of this resolution is to urge the United States government to resume normal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, which have been strained in recent years. The resolution also calls for the negotiation of a bilateral free trade agreement with Taiwan, in order to strengthen economic ties between the two countries. Additionally, the resolution expresses support for Taiwan's membership in international organizations, such as the World Health Organization and the United Nations.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of the United States' relationship with Taiwan, both economically and strategically. It highlights the benefits of closer ties with Taiwan, including increased trade opportunities and enhanced security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 10 aims to promote stronger diplomatic, economic, and international cooperation between the United States and Taiwan. It underscores the importance of supporting Taiwan's role in the global community and reaffirms the United States' commitment to the island nation.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 10

This concurrent resolution calls on the President to abandon the One China policy in favor of one that recognizes Taiwan as an independent country that is not a part of China. The resolution also urges the President to bolster diplomatic and economic relations between the United States and Taiwan through specified means.

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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 10

Bill HCONRES 10 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 25, 2023. Bill HCONRES 10 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 25, 2023. Bill HCONRES 10's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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 January 25, 2023