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Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act

12/16/2023, 8:54 PM

Summary of Bill S 477

Bill 118 s 477, also known as the Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of preventing any potential invasion of Taiwan by China. The bill seeks to reaffirm the United States' commitment to Taiwan's security and sovereignty, and to deter any aggressive actions by China towards the island nation.

The Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act includes several key provisions. Firstly, it calls for the United States to provide Taiwan with necessary military equipment and support to enhance its defense capabilities. This includes the sale of advanced weapons systems and technology to Taiwan in order to bolster its ability to defend itself against any potential invasion.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong military presence in the Indo-Pacific region to deter Chinese aggression. It calls for increased cooperation with regional allies and partners to ensure a united front against any threats to Taiwan's security. Furthermore, the Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act condemns any efforts by China to undermine Taiwan's sovereignty, including military intimidation, economic coercion, and diplomatic isolation. It calls for the United States to work with like-minded countries to counter these actions and support Taiwan's international standing. Overall, the Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act is a bipartisan effort to strengthen the United States' commitment to Taiwan's security and sovereignty, and to deter any potential invasion by China. It underscores the importance of maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region, and standing up to any threats to regional stability and security.

Congressional Summary of S 477

Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act

This bill authorizes the President to use the Armed Forces to defend Taiwan against a direct attack by China's military, a taking of Taiwan's territory by China, or a threat that endangers the lives of civilians in Taiwan or members of Taiwan's military. The bill also directs the Department of Defense to convene an annual regional security dialogue with Taiwan and other partners to improve U.S. security relationships with countries in the Western Pacific.

(China considers Taiwan a part of China.)

Current Status of Bill S 477

Bill S 477 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 16, 2023. Bill S 477 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 16, 2023.  Bill S 477's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of February 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 477

Total Number of Sponsors
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Democrat Sponsors
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Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
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Total Number of Cosponsors
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Democrat Cosponsors
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Republican Cosponsors
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Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 477

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

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