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GA HR1646
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/29/2012
Primary Sponsor
Charlice Byrd
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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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