Bill · H.Res. 1366· House(119-HRES-1366)

Commending Taiwan on the 30th anniversary of its first direct presidential election in 1996, and expressing support for Taiwan in the preservation of its democratic institutions.

Age: 44 years

Virginia

Introduced: 6/11/2026
Last activity: 6/11/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsored by: James Walkinshaw
Cosponsors: - 11 - 5

International Affairs

Introduced
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

House Resolution 1366 commemorates the 30th anniversary of Taiwan's first direct presidential election held on March 23, 1996. The resolution praises Taiwan for its transition to a liberal democracy and its ability to maintain free and fair elections. It expresses U.S. support for Taiwan's democratic institutions and its self-defense. The resolution also reaffirms existing U.S. policies, including the Taiwan Relations Act, the Three Joint Communiques, and the Six Assurances.

Yes

Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The resolution strengthens the diplomatic bond and partnership between the United States and Taiwan.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
It expresses formal US support for Taiwan's democratic institutions and self-defense.
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+3
The bill expresses strong support for the democracy and liberty of Taiwan, which positively impacts Asian-Pacific regional stability.