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ME SP0780

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

5/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rachel Talbot Ross

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Origin

Senate

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Reaffirms Maine's friendship with Taiwan and supports stronger U.S.-Taiwan relations, citing shared values of freedom, democracy, and free market economy

  • Maine-Taiwan bilateral trade totaled $45.47 million in 2024, with Maine exports to Taiwan reaching $27.95 million, making Taiwan Maine's 8th-largest export market in Asia

  • Supports signing an Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement between the U.S. and Taiwan, a reciprocal driver's license agreement, and a memorandum of understanding on higher education

  • Endorses Taiwan's participation in international organizations including the World Health Organization and International Civil Aviation Organization

  • Directs copies be sent to President Trump, Maine's Congressional delegation, Governor Janet Mills, Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te, and the Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Boston

Legislative Description

JOINT RESOLUTION TO REAFFIRM THE FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN MAINE AND TAIWAN, ENHANCE BILATERAL TRADE RELATIONS WITH TAIWAN AND SUPPORT TAIWAN'S INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPATION

Last Action

In concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

5/20/2025

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