Bill · H.Res. 971· House(119-HRES-971)
Condemning the coercive actions of the People's Republic of China against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirming the United States commitment to its allies in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Introduced
- 12/19/2025
- Last activity
- 3/26/2026 — Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 45 - 0.
- Sponsored by
- Young Kim
- Cosponsors
- - 24 - 15
- Introduced
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 condemns the coercive actions taken by the People's Republic of China against Japan following statements made regarding Taiwan. It aims to reaffirm the United States' commitment to its alliance with Japan under the United States-Japan Mutual Security Treaty. The resolution highlights various instances of diplomatic, economic, and military pressure exerted by the PRC. It supports Japan's right to express its foreign policy positions without fear of retaliation. Finally, it calls for the cessation of coercive actions and urges the President to work with regional partners to counter such practices.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+8
The resolution reaffirms the ironclad commitment of the United States to its alliance with Japan.
Would farmers be better off under this?+4
The resolution calls for an end to the seafood import bans that harm Japanese fisheries and exporters.
Would business owners be better off under this?+3
The resolution seeks to protect exporters and industries from coercive economic measures.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Reaffirmation of Security Commitments: The resolution reaffirms the "ironclad commitment" of the United States to its alliance with Japan under the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security. This serves to support the alliance and the security of its partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (Resolution clauses 2 and 9)
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Protection of Sovereign Rights: The resolution supports the right of the Government of Japan and other sovereign nations to express views on international concerns without facing economic or military coercion. (Resolution clause 3)
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Commitment to Regional Stability: By emphasizing the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific based on international law and freedom of navigation, the resolution seeks to maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. (Resolution clauses 5 and 8)
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Countering Economic Pressure: The resolution urges the President to work with allies to counter coercive economic and diplomatic practices, which addresses the disruption of trade such as the ban on Japanese seafood imports. (Resolution clauses 7 and Whereas sections regarding seafood)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Economic Hardship in Tourism: The text notes that a Chinese travel advisory resulted in the cancellation of approximately 430,000 tickets, leading to an estimated loss of $1,200,000,000 to Japan's tourism sector. (Whereas section regarding travel advisory)
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Disruption of Trade and Industry: The reimposition of a complete ban on all Japanese seafood imports by the People's Republic of China has disrupted legitimate trade and harmed Japanese fisheries and exporters. (Whereas section regarding seafood)
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Military Escalation and Danger: The text describes several dangerous actions, including a Chinese destroyer sailing through the Osumi Strait, a China Coast Guard fleet patrolling contested waters, and fighter aircraft locking fire-control radar on Japanese jets, which constitutes a dangerous and escalatory military action. (Whereas sections regarding military actions)
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+8Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Farmers+4Good For Business Owners+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+2
- 7/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/26/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 45 - 0.
- 3/25/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/3/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 2/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/20/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 2/13/2026
- 9 Cosponsors added.
- 2/12/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/11/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 2/10/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 2/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/4/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 2/2/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 1/23/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 1/7/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/19/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
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