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ID HR003
Resolution
Status
2/16/2021
Primary Sponsor
Commerce and Human Resources Committee
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AI Summary
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Reaffirms the sister statehood relationship between Idaho and Taiwan established in 1984, emphasizing shared values of democracy, human rights, and rule of law
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Recognizes Taiwan as Idaho's second-largest export market with $499 million in sales in 2019 and its largest import partner
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Acknowledges Taiwan's humanitarian contribution of donating tens of millions of surgical masks globally during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, including 100,000 masks for Idaho's frontline responders
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Encourages the Office of the United States Trade Representative to process a bilateral trade agreement with Taiwan, noting Taiwan's January 1, 2021 removal of restrictions on U.S. beef and pork imports
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Supports Taiwan's continued meaningful participation in appropriate international organizations
Legislative Description
Stating findings of the Idaho House of Representatives reaffirming the strong relationship and friendship between the State of Idaho and the Republic of China, Taiwan.
TAIWAN
Last Action
Filed in Office of the Chief Clerk
3/8/2021