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BECAME LAW· 119TH CONGRESS

House BillHR 1512Department of StateCongressional oversight

Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act

INTRO FEB 21· LAST ACTION DEC 2

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters because U.S. relations with Taiwan are a critical and complex component of U.S. foreign policy, especially given the ongoing geopolitical dynamics involving China. By establishing a mandatory, recurring process for reviewing and updating the internal guidelines, the bill aims to ensure that the U.S. government's approach to Taiwan remains current, consistent, and responsive to evolving circumstances.

If this bill becomes law, it will create a formal structure that prevents U.S. policy towards Taiwan from becoming outdated or inconsistent across different government agencies. This could lead to a more coherent and effective strategy in dealing with Taiwan. If it doesn't become law, the existing guidelines might not be reviewed or updated as frequently or comprehensively, potentially leading to a less agile or unified U.S. stance on a highly sensitive international issue.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Requires the Secretary of State to review the Department of State's guidance on relations with Taiwan at least every five years and reissue updated guidance to all executive branch agencies.

This ensures that U.S. policy and actions regarding Taiwan are regularly assessed and kept current with changing global conditions.

PROVISION 02

Mandates that after each review, an updated report must be submitted to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee within 90 days.

This provides congressional oversight and transparency regarding the executive branch's strategy and implementation of U.S.-Taiwan relations.

PROVISION 03

Specifies that the updated reports must include details from the original Act and describe how the new guidance meets U.S. goals for Taiwan.

This ensures accountability by requiring the executive branch to explain how its updated policy aligns with established U.S. objectives.

PROVISION 04

Broadens the scope of documents subject to review to include any successor or related guidance documents concerning U.S.-Taiwan relations.

This closes potential loopholes, ensuring that all relevant internal policies are included in the regular review process.

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ACTION TIMELINE

16 EVENTS

DEC 2

Signed by President.

PRESIDENT

DEC 2

Became Public Law No: 119-45.

PRESIDENT

NOV 21

Presented to President.

FLOOR

NOV 19

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

FLOOR

BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 1512

Congress119th

StatusBecame Law

IntroducedFeb 21, 2025

Last actionDec 2, 2025

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BECAME LAW· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 21, 2025

House BillHR 1512Department of StateCongressional oversight

Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act

INTRODUCED FEB 21, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 2, 2025

PASSAGE CHANCES

BECAME LAW

READING

2 min

COSPONSORS

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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS

STEP 8 OF 8

Introduced

In Committee

Reported

Passed House

Passed Senate

Conference

To President

Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires the Secretary of State to review the Department of State's guidance on relations with Taiwan at least every five years and reissue updated guidance to all executive branch agencies.

This ensures that U.S. policy and actions regarding Taiwan are regularly assessed and kept current with changing global conditions.

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Mandates that after each review, an updated report must be submitted to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee within 90 days.

This provides congressional oversight and transparency regarding the executive branch's strategy and implementation of U.S.-Taiwan relations.

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Specifies that the updated reports must include details from the original Act and describe how the new guidance meets U.S. goals for Taiwan.

This ensures accountability by requiring the executive branch to explain how its updated policy aligns with established U.S. objectives.

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Broadens the scope of documents subject to review to include any successor or related guidance documents concerning U.S.-Taiwan relations.

This closes potential loopholes, ensuring that all relevant internal policies are included in the regular review process.

DEADLINES & DATES

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not less than every five years

Secretary of State to conduct a review of Department of State guidance on relations with Taiwan

not later than 90 days after completing a review

Secretary of State to submit an updated report to relevant Congressional committees after completing a review

GLOSSARY

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Taiwan Assurance Act of 2020: A previous U.S. law that established certain policies and requirements regarding U.S. relations with Taiwan, which this new bill amends.
Department of State's Taiwan Guidelines: Internal policies, instructions, and memorandums used by the U.S. Department of State and other government agencies to conduct U.S. relations with Taiwan.
Secretary of State: The head of the U.S. Department of State, responsible for leading the nation's foreign policy and international relations.
Executive Branch Departments and Agencies: All parts of the U.S. government that fall under the authority of the President, such as the Departments of Defense, Commerce, and the State Department itself.
Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate: A permanent committee in the U.S. Senate responsible for leading foreign policy legislation and treaties.
Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives: A permanent committee in the U.S. House of Representatives responsible for foreign policy legislation and oversight.

ACTION TIMELINE

16 EVENTS

DEC 2, 25

Signed by President.

PRESIDENT

DEC 2, 25

Became Public Law No: 119-45.

PRESIDENT

NOV 21, 25

Presented to President.

FLOOR

NOV 19, 25

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

FLOOR

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