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Strengthening Taiwan's Defense and US Security

This act aims to bolster Taiwan's defense capabilities by accelerating arms sales and streamlining military cooperation. It also modifies US policy to better deter potential threats. For citizens, this means potential increased stability in the region, but also possible financial involvement in military aid.
Key points
Accelerated Arms Sales to Taiwan: Facilitating and prioritizing military equipment sales to enable Taiwan to respond faster to threats.
Joint Defense Planning: Establishing a military cooperation mechanism between the US and Taiwan for better preparation for future scenarios.
Ammunition Fund: Creating a special fund to ensure the availability of critical munitions for Taiwan and allies.
Restrictions for Companies: Companies contracting with the US Department of Defense will be prohibited from doing business with entities controlled by the Chinese government.
Increased Weapon Production: Measures aimed at increasing the number of suppliers and production levels of weapons for US and Taiwan stockpiles.
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Print number: 118_HR_5072
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2023-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Taiwan Peace through Strength Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5072.

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 2023-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Accelerated Arms Sales to Taiwan: Facilitating and prioritizing military equipment sales to enable Taiwan to respond faster to threats.
  • Joint Defense Planning: Establishing a military cooperation mechanism between the US and Taiwan for better preparation for future scenarios.
  • Ammunition Fund: Creating a special fund to ensure the availability of critical munitions for Taiwan and allies.
  • Restrictions for Companies: Companies contracting with the US Department of Defense will be prohibited from doing business with entities controlled by the Chinese government.
  • Increased Weapon Production: Measures aimed at increasing the number of suppliers and production levels of weapons for US and Taiwan stockpiles.
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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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