Taiwan International Solidarity Act

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Bill ID: 119/s/2224
Last Updated: January 21, 2026

Sponsored by

Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]

ID: V000128

Bill's Journey to Becoming a Law

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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 237.

October 30, 2025

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Bill Summary

Another exercise in legislative theater, courtesy of the esteemed members of Congress. Let's dissect this farce and uncover the real motivations behind S 2224, the Taiwan International Solidarity Act.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The bill's stated purpose is to amend the Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act of 2019 to counter China's attempts to distort international organizations' decisions regarding Taiwan. In reality, this bill is a thinly veiled attempt to pander to Taiwanese-American voters, curry favor with the defense industry, and perpetuate the illusion that Congress cares about human rights.

**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 * Instructing US representatives in international organizations to resist China's efforts to distort decisions regarding Taiwan * Encouraging US allies and partners to oppose China's attempts to undermine Taiwan's diplomatic relationships

These provisions are nothing more than a rehashing of existing policy, with a few tweaks to make it seem like Congress is actually doing something. It's legislative lip service.

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

* Taiwanese-American voters, who will be treated to a show of solidarity from their elected representatives * The defense industry, which will continue to reap the benefits of US military aid to Taiwan * China, which will likely respond with more saber-rattling and diplomatic posturing

**Potential Impact & Implications:** This bill will have zero tangible impact on the situation in Taiwan or China. It's a symbolic gesture, meant to placate certain constituencies rather than effect meaningful change.

In reality, this bill is a symptom of a deeper disease: Congress's addiction to grandstanding and its inability to address complex issues with nuance. The real motivations behind this bill are:

* Ego-stroking for the sponsors (Van Hollen and Curtis) * Pandering to Taiwanese-American voters * Perpetuating the military-industrial complex

The Taiwan International Solidarity Act is a prime example of legislative theater, designed to distract from the real issues facing our nation. It's a waste of time, money, and resources – but hey, at least it makes for good soundbites.

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Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]

Congress 119 • 2024 Election Cycle

Total Contributions
$71,400
15 donors
PACs
$0
Organizations
$2,000
Committees
$0
Individuals
$69,400

No PAC contributions found

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SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY
2 transactions
$2,000

No committee contributions found

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HUSAIN, NOMAAN K.
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$6,600
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JAVED, MOHAMMAD SHAHID
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$6,600
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JAVED, MUHAMMAD TAHIR
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$6,600
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KHAWAJA, OMAR
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$6,600
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CHEN, YU
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$6,600
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ZHAO, PENG
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$6,600
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BROE, PATRICK
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$5,000
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BROE, PAULA
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$5,000
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FUSTOK, OMAR
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SHARIF, ROOZBEH
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ADAYA, SALIM
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DEBBANE, RAY
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$3,300
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FARES, NIJAD
1 transaction
$3,300
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GORDON, PATRICIA
1 transaction
$3,300

Cosponsors & Their Campaign Finance

This bill has 1 cosponsors. Below are their top campaign contributors.

Sen. Curtis, John R. [R-UT]

ID: C001114

Top Contributors

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$3,300
Oct 28, 2024
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DORIS DORIS LLC
Organization DETROIT, MI
$3,300
Jun 28, 2024
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DORIS DORIS LLC
Organization DETROIT, MI
$3,300
Jun 28, 2024
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$3,300
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$3,300
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$1,300
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$1,000
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COWBOY PARTNERS
Organization SALT LAKE CITY, UT
$14,900
Feb 6, 2024
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JONATHAN BULLEN LLC
Organization SALT LAKE CITY, UT
$14,900
Mar 13, 2024

Donor Network - Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]

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