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US HR6212

US HR6212
Taiwan Preclearance Act


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Introduced
12/09/2021
In Committee
12/10/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To analyze the impacts of establishing U.S. Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facilities in Taiwan and in other Indo-Pacific countries.

AI Summary

This bill aims to analyze the impacts of establishing U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance facilities in Taiwan and other Indo-Pacific countries. Preclearance allows CBP personnel to inspect travelers prior to boarding U.S.-bound flights, facilitating efficient trade and travel while enhancing security. The bill expresses the sense of Congress that Taiwan is a steadfast partner of the U.S. in the Indo-Pacific region and that the U.S. should prioritize establishing preclearance facilities and other security programs with allies and partners in the region, including Taiwan. The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, to submit a report analyzing the feasibility and advisability of establishing a preclearance facility in Taiwan and assessing the potential impacts on the U.S.-Taiwan security partnership, trade, tourism, and other areas.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (26)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations. (on 12/10/2021)

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