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GA HR1646

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/29/2012

Primary Sponsor

Charlice Byrd

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution commending Taiwan for its relations with the United States and recognizing Taiwan's democratization, including its fifth direct presidential election in January 2012 and peaceful transition of power
  • Recognizes the sister-state relationship between Georgia and Taiwan, established in 1984, and supports enhanced cultural, educational, and business exchanges between the two
  • Notes Taiwan is the United States' ninth-largest trading partner and highlights Taiwan's nomination in December 2011 for inclusion in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program
  • Acknowledges Taiwan's international humanitarian contributions, including a $30,000 donation to the Georgia Emergency Management Agency in May 2011 following severe storms and tornadoes
  • Supports Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations including the World Health Organization, the International Civil Aviation Organization, and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, and directs a copy of the resolution be sent to the Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta

Legislative Description

Taiwan; relations with the United States; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/29/2012

Full Bill Text

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