YourVoice.Now Summary
Marks 30 years since Taiwan's first direct vote for president — a House statement, no money and no force.
The details
Most people would see no change in daily life. This resolution is a House statement, not a law. It marks 30 years since Taiwan held its first direct presidential election on March 23, 1996. The House commends Taiwan for building and keeping a strong democracy. It calls Taiwan's democracy an example for the free world, and it points to pressure from China. The House says it backs Taiwan's self-defense and the freedom of its people. Current U.S. policy toward Taiwan, set by the Taiwan Relations Act, stays in place. One line states that nothing here allows the use of military force. No money is spent, and the Senate has no part in it.
Congressional Summary
This resolution commemorates Taiwan’s first direct presidential election, which was held on March 23, 1996, and commends Taiwan for preserving a democratic system. The resolution also expresses commitment to supporting Taiwan's self-defense.
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- House
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Introduced in House
- Action Date
- 2026-06-11
- Date Added
- 2026-08-18
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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