CA ACR133

Proclaims the Legislature's recognition and support of Taiwanese American Heritage Week during the first week of May, marking the 14th annual national celebration in 2012.

Declares that warm relations and bilateral exchange between California and Taiwan should grow, and recognizes the profound importance of Taiwanese Americans to the state.

Acknowledges Taiwanese American contributions to California and the nation in scientific, technological, business, arts, entertainment, and humanitarian fields, citing examples including Steven Chen (YouTube CTO), Goodwin Liu (California Supreme Court Justice), and Ang Lee (Academy Award-winning director).

States that Taiwanese Americans are committed to democracy, human rights, the rule of law, freedom, and justice, and affirms shared ideals between the United States and Taiwan for a peaceful 21st century.