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FL S1486

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Status

Engrossed

2/14/2012

Primary Sponsor

Oscar Braynon

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges Congress to pass H.R. 2918, the Taiwan Policy Act of 2011, to strengthen commercial, cultural, and other interests between the United States and Taiwan.

  • References the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979 as the foundation for U.S.-Taiwan relations and emphasizes its role in maintaining peace and stability in the Western Pacific.

  • Supports strengthening Taiwan's military self-defense capabilities as part of ensuring Taiwan's secure future.

  • Identifies Taiwan as the ninth largest trading partner with the United States, with approximately $57 billion in trade in 2010.

  • Directs copies of the memorial be sent to the President of the United States, President of the Senate, Speaker of the House, and all members of the Florida congressional delegation.

Legislative Description

Taiwan Policy Act of 2011

Last Action

Ordered enrolled -SJ 765

2/29/2012

Committee Referrals

Governmental Oversight and Accountability1/13/2012

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