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AL HR507
Resolution
Status
Introduced
5/18/2017
Primary Sponsor
Ken Johnson
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AI Summary
- Commends Taiwan and the United States as long-standing allies sharing common values of freedom, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
- Recognizes Taiwan's sixth direct presidential election in 2016 and the election of Tsai Ing-wen as the first female president in the country's history.
- Notes Alabama and Taiwan have maintained sister-state relations since 1983, and that Taiwan is the United States' ninth-largest trading partner.
- Supports Taiwan's participation in international organizations including the World Health Organization and International Civil Aviation Organization.
- Directs the House Clerk to transmit a copy of this resolution to Mr. Vincent Liu, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta.
Legislative Description
Republic of China (Taiwan), relation with the United States, commended and supported
Resolutions, Legislative
Last Action
Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules
5/18/2017
Committee Referrals
Rules5/18/2017
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