HR423 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ken Johnson

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Republic of China (Taiwan), relation with the United States, commended and supported

Summary

This House resolution commends Taiwan and supports strong Alabama–Taiwan and U.S.–Taiwan relations to boost economic, cultural, and diplomatic ties.

What This Bill Does

It commends Taiwan's democratization and participation in international organizations such as the World Health Organization and the International Civil Aviation Organization. It notes Alabama’s long-standing sister-state relationship with Taiwan and highlights existing and potential economic ties, including visa and licensing agreements, while encouraging further economic partnerships. It directs the Clerk to transmit a copy of the resolution to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents and the state government, who would be affected by formal support for Taiwan and potential increases in cultural, educational, and economic exchanges.
• Taiwan and the broader U.S.–Taiwan relationship, which would be recognized and potentially strengthened through the resolution's expressions of support and calls for closer cooperation.

Key Provisions

• Commends and supports the democratization efforts of Taiwan and Taiwan's meaningful participation in the World Health Organization, the International Civil Aviation Organization, and other international organizations.
• Acknowledges Alabama–Taiwan sister-state relations since 1983 and notes Taiwan's role as a major trading partner; mentions the Visa Waiver Program designation and the Reciprocal Driver's License MOU to benefit bilateral relations; advocates closer economic partnership, including the potential US–Taiwan Bilateral Investment Agreement and a Free Trade Agreement.
• Encourages further cultural, educational, and business exchanges between Alabama and Taiwan.
• Directs the Clerk of the House to transmit an appropriate copy of the resolution to Vincent Liu, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta.
• Extends best wishes for continued cooperation and success between Alabama and Taiwan.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative