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DemocratBill · H.Res. 1215· House(119-HRES-1215)

Commending the Holy See for its enduring diplomatic relationship with Taiwan and affirming the support of Congress for the continued preservation of the Vatican-Taiwan diplomatic relationship.

Rep. Titus
Age: 76 years
Nevada
Introduced
4/23/2026
Last activity
4/23/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsored by
Dina Titus
Cosponsors
Democrat - 4Republican - 1
International Affairs
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution commends the Holy See for its long-standing diplomatic relationship with Taiwan. It affirms the support of Congress for keeping the Vatican-Taiwan diplomatic relationship intact. The text highlights Taiwan's commitment to global religious freedom and its status as a vibrant democracy. It also notes the People's Republic of China's violation of a 2018 agreement regarding bishop appointments. Finally, the resolution encourages more engagement between Taiwan and the Holy See through high-level visits.

Yes

  • Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+5

    The resolution highlights and supports Taiwan's commitment to advancing international religious freedom.

  • Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+4

    The resolution affirms support for preserving the diplomatic relationship between Taiwan and the Holy See.

  • Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+2

    The resolution emphasizes the importance of religious freedom as a component of democratic freedom.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.