AR SR15

Senate encourages and supports mutual recognition of valid noncommercial driver's licenses between Taiwan and Arkansas, streamlining the exchange process for applicants in both jurisdictions.

Memorandum of Understanding between Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration and Taiwan requires adherence to state and federal privacy laws, including the Driver's Privacy Protection Act.

Senate supports closer economic ties between Taiwan and the United States through negotiation of a free trade agreement and bilateral investment agreement.

Senate supports Taiwan's membership in the Trans-Pacific Partnership, which could generate approximately $78 billion in social welfare gains for the United States and other member countries.

Secretary of the Senate shall provide a copy of the resolution to Mr. Steve C.C. Hsia, Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston.