Taiwan International Solidarity Act

Bill Number

S. 2224

Origin Chamber

Senate

Congress

119th Congress, Session 1

Policy Area

International Affairs

Status

Introduced

Latest Action

2025-10-30: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 237.

Last Updated

2026-01-21T13:31:18Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose of the Legislation

The Taiwan International Solidarity Act (S. 2224) aims to strengthen U.S. support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations by amending the 2019 Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act. It focuses on countering efforts by the People's Republic of China (PRC) to limit Taiwan's international role through distortions of global rules and policies, while clarifying the historical scope of a key United Nations resolution.

Key Provisions

• Clarification on UN Resolution 2758 (XXVI): Adds findings to the TAIPEI Act stating that this 1971 UN General Assembly resolution (which recognized the PRC as China's representative at the UN) did not address Taiwan's representation, its people's rights, or the PRC-Taiwan relationship. It also declares U.S. opposition to any changes in Taiwan's status without the consent of Taiwan's people.
• U.S. Advocacy in International Organizations: Instructs U.S. representatives in relevant international bodies (e.g., UN agencies, World Health Organization) to use their influence to oppose PRC attempts to alter decisions, language, policies, or procedures that affect Taiwan's involvement.
• Opposition to PRC Undermining of Taiwan's Ties: Directs the U.S. to encourage allies and partners to resist PRC efforts that weaken Taiwan's official diplomatic relations or non-diplomatic partnerships with other countries.
• Expanded Reporting Requirements: Requires the U.S. government to include in annual reports details on PRC attempts to undermine Taiwan's status in international organizations and its global relationships, effective from the first report after enactment.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Amends the TAIPEI Act's findings section by adding two new paragraphs on UN Resolution 2758 and U.S. policy against non-consensual changes to Taiwan's status.
• Expands the Act's sense-of-Congress provisions to include specific instructions for U.S. diplomats to actively resist PRC distortions in international forums.
• Adds a new directive to promote allied opposition to PRC actions against Taiwan's partnerships.
• Modifies the annual reporting section to cover a broader range of PRC activities targeting Taiwan's international standing, applying immediately upon enactment.

Potential Impacts

• On Government Agencies: The U.S. Department of State and other foreign affairs entities will need to integrate these directives into diplomatic strategies, potentially increasing coordination efforts in multilateral settings and report preparation.
• On Citizens: U.S. citizens may see indirect effects through reinforced U.S. foreign policy supporting democratic allies like Taiwan, though no direct domestic impacts are outlined.
• On International Relations: Could heighten U.S.-PRC tensions by challenging China's "One China" policy in global forums, while bolstering Taiwan's de facto international participation and encouraging allied support, potentially stabilizing Taiwan's position amid cross-strait pressures.

Main Stakeholders Affected

• U.S. Government: Primarily the executive branch (e.g., State Department diplomats) responsible for implementing advocacy and reporting.
• Taiwan: Benefits from enhanced U.S. and allied protection of its international space and partnerships.
• People's Republic of China: Directly targeted, as the bill opposes its efforts to isolate Taiwan diplomatically.
• U.S. Allies and Partners: Encouraged to align with U.S. positions, affecting countries with ties to both the U.S. and PRC (e.g., Japan, Australia, European nations).
• International Organizations: Entities like the UN and its affiliates, where U.S. influence will push back against PRC-driven changes regarding Taiwan.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

• Legal: Builds on existing U.S. law (e.g., the Taiwan Relations Act) without creating new enforceable obligations, but provides clearer guidance for executive actions in international law contexts. The clarification of UN Resolution 2758 could influence interpretations in global disputes over representation.
• Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's role in foreign policy under Article I (e.g., advising on treaties and commerce), reinforcing checks on executive diplomacy without infringing on presidential authority.
• Political: Signals bipartisan U.S. commitment (introduced by Sens. Van Hollen and Curtis from different parties) to Taiwan amid rising PRC assertiveness, potentially escalating geopolitical rhetoric but avoiding direct confrontation. It promotes a rules-based international order by emphasizing consent and non-distortion of global norms.

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Sponsor

Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]

Cosponsors (1)

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

Recent Actions

• 2025-10-30: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 237.
• 2025-10-30: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch without amendment. Without written report.
• 2025-10-30: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch without amendment. Without written report.
• 2025-10-22: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
• 2025-07-09: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
• 2025-07-09: Introduced in Senate

Bill Versions

• Taiwan International Solidarity Act — issued 2025-07-09 — PDF (5 pages)
• Taiwan International Solidarity Act — issued 2025-10-30 — PDF (6 pages)