Taiwan International Solidarity Act

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Bill ID: 119/hr/2416
Last Updated: January 21, 2026

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Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]

ID: C001078

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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

May 6, 2025

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Bill Summary

Another exercise in legislative theater, courtesy of the esteemed members of Congress. Let's dissect this farce, shall we?

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The Taiwan International Solidarity Act (HR 2416) is a thinly veiled attempt to poke China in the eye while pretending to support Taiwan's sovereignty. The bill's primary objective is to amend the Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act of 2019, which was already a masterclass in diplomatic doublespeak.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill makes several changes to existing law, including:

* Clarifying that United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) did not address Taiwan's representation or sovereignty (because, of course, China would never try to manipulate international organizations). * Instructing US representatives in international organizations to resist China's efforts to distort decisions and language regarding Taiwan (as if they weren't already doing so). * Encouraging US allies and partners to oppose China's attempts to undermine Taiwan's diplomatic relationships (because that's exactly what the world needs – more nations taking sides).

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The usual suspects are involved:

* The People's Republic of China, which will undoubtedly respond with its characteristic subtlety and restraint. * Taiwan, which will likely be thrilled to have the US Congress pretending to care about its sovereignty (again). * US allies and partners, who will be expected to take sides in this manufactured drama.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** This bill is a perfect example of legislative posturing. It's a symbolic gesture designed to appease Taiwan and annoy China, without actually accomplishing anything meaningful. The real impact will be:

* Increased tensions between the US and China (because that's exactly what we need – more conflict). * A further erosion of trust in international organizations (as if they weren't already compromised). * A boost to the egos of the bill's sponsors, who can now claim to have "done something" about Taiwan.

In conclusion, HR 2416 is a textbook case of legislative grandstanding. It's a shallow attempt to score political points while ignoring the underlying complexities of international relations. But hey, at least it'll make for some great theater – and that's all that really matters in Washington, right?

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Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]

Congress 119 • 2024 Election Cycle

Total Contributions
$69,150
18 donors
PACs
$0
Organizations
$2,900
Committees
$0
Individuals
$66,000

No PAC contributions found

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No committee contributions found

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Cosponsors & Their Campaign Finance

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Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]

ID: K000397

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CHICKASAW NATION
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COSTCO
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Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]

ID: C001068

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Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32]

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