Bills · HR 2370
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2370International Affairs
Taiwan Travel and Tourism Coordination Act
INTRO MAR 26· LAST ACTION MAR 26
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to strengthen economic and cultural ties between the U.S. and Taiwan by boosting tourism and travel. If it passes, it could lead to more visitor exchanges, potentially making it easier and safer for people to travel between the two regions, which could in turn inject more money into tourism businesses in both places. This increased engagement is significant given Taiwan's important role in global trade and U.S. foreign policy.
If the bill becomes law, it could result in tangible changes like new travel routes, streamlined entry processes for travelers from Taiwan, and more coordinated efforts to promote tourism. If it doesn't pass, current levels of cooperation on travel and tourism would likely continue without this specific directive, potentially missing opportunities for growth and closer ties.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism to engage with Taiwan's authorities to expand travel and tourism cooperation.
This provision sets the groundwork for active U.S. government efforts to increase travel and tourism between the U.S. and Taiwan.
PROVISION 02
Requires identifying and pursuing specific opportunities to enhance travel and strengthen tourism industries, including facilitating industry events and coordinating on visitor safety.
It outlines concrete actions to be taken to foster growth in both countries' tourism sectors.
PROVISION 03
Mandates annual reports to Congress for six years detailing the tourism cooperation efforts, challenges, and resource gaps.
This ensures ongoing oversight and accountability for the bill's implementation and allows Congress to track progress.
PROVISION 04
Requires a Department of Homeland Security report analyzing the feasibility and advisability of establishing a U.S. pre-clearance facility in Taiwan.
This could fundamentally change the entry process for travelers from Taiwan to the U.S., potentially making it more efficient and secure.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 5
R· California
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
55
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 80%
DEM 3 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSMAR 26
Introduced in House
MAR 26
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Homeland Security, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
MAR 26
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2370
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 26, 2025
Last actionMar 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 26, 2025
House BillHR 2370International Affairs
Taiwan Travel and Tourism Coordination Act
INTRODUCED MAR 26, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 26, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
5
COMPLEXITY
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