Taiwan International Solidarity Act
- house
- senate
- president
Last progress May 6, 2025 (7 months ago)
Introduced on March 27, 2025 by Gerald E. Connolly
House Votes
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1836)
Senate Votes
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Presidential Signature
AI Summary
This bill backs Taiwan in global organizations. It updates a 2019 law to say clearly that a past United Nations vote decided only who represents “China” at the UN. It did not decide anything about Taiwan’s right to be represented or about Taiwan’s sovereignty, and the United States opposes any move to change Taiwan’s status without the consent of the people.
It tells U.S. officials in international groups to use America’s voice and vote to push back if rules, language, or procedures are twisted to favor China’s position on Taiwan. It also encourages U.S. allies and partners to resist efforts to cut Taiwan’s diplomatic ties. The bill updates required reports to include China’s attempts to promote its position, starting with the first report due after the law takes effect.
- Who is affected: U.S. representatives to international organizations; U.S. allies and partners; international bodies that deal with Taiwan.
- What changes: Clarifies the meaning of the UN’s 2758 resolution; directs active U.S. advocacy in global groups; urges allies to oppose pressure on Taiwan; adds new reporting on China’s efforts .
- When: The new reporting rule applies upon enactment and starts with the first required report after that date.