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Strengthening Taiwan Relations: Regular Reviews and Reports

New legislation mandates the Department of State to regularly review and report on its guidelines for relations with Taiwan. This aims to ensure that U.S. policy towards Taiwan remains current and effective, potentially impacting regional stability and international security.
Key points
The Department of State must review and update reports on Taiwan guidelines at least every two years.
Reports will detail how guidelines meet policy goals and identify opportunities to lift self-imposed restrictions on Taiwan relations.
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2023-03-22
For 404
Against 7
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
To amend the Taiwan Assurance Act of 2020 to require periodic reviews and updated reports relating to the Department of State's Taiwan Guidelines.
Print number: HR 1159
Sponsor: Rep. Wagner, Ann [R-MO-2]
Process start date: 2023-02-24
Voting date: 2023-03-22
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 145
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Strengthening Taiwan Relations: Regular Reviews and Reports

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 1159.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of State must review and update reports on Taiwan guidelines at least every two years.
  • Reports will detail how guidelines meet policy goals and identify opportunities to lift self-imposed restrictions on Taiwan relations.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Wagner, Ann [R-MO-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 7 (Roll no. 145). (text: CR H1311)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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