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Enhancing US-Taiwan Defense Cooperation and Supply Chain Security.

This bill requires the Secretary of Defense to consider Taiwan for enhanced cooperation activities within the defense industrial base. The goal is to expand global defense production, increase supply chain security, and meet Taiwan's defense needs. While not directly impacting personal finances, this measure aims to strengthen national security and the resilience of the U.S. defense industry, contributing to regional stability.
Key points
Defense Partnership: Taiwan must be considered for eligibility for funding cooperative research, development, and testing projects with the U.S. Department of Defense.
Supply Chain Resilience: The law mandates a feasibility study on formal defense industrial agreements with Taiwan to secure long-term supply chains and mutual defense goods provision.
Industrial Support: The study must identify defense capabilities that Taiwan can produce to meet demands that the U.S. defense industry cannot fulfill promptly.
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Print number: 118_HR_8238
Sponsor: Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45]
Process start date: 2024-05-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To require the Secretary of Defense to appropriately consider Taiwan for enhanced defense industrial base cooperation activities.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8238.

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 2024-05-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Defense Partnership: Taiwan must be considered for eligibility for funding cooperative research, development, and testing projects with the U.S. Department of Defense.
  • Supply Chain Resilience: The law mandates a feasibility study on formal defense industrial agreements with Taiwan to secure long-term supply chains and mutual defense goods provision.
  • Industrial Support: The study must identify defense capabilities that Taiwan can produce to meet demands that the U.S. defense industry cannot fulfill promptly.
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. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45].

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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