Taiwan Allies Fund Act
Foreign Aid for Countries That Support Taiwan
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill, introduced by Senator Van Hollen, would create a special fund to help countries that maintain diplomatic or strong unofficial ties with Taiwan. It authorizes $40 million each year from 2026 through 2028 to support these nations and prevent Taiwan from being isolated by the Chinese government.
- The money is specifically for countries that are being pressured or intimidated by China because of their relationship with Taiwan. To receive the funds, a country must show it lacks the economic or political power to resist this pressure on its own. No single country can receive more than $5 million from this fund in a year.
- The funds would be used for several key goals, such as improving local healthcare, strengthening independent media and community groups, and helping businesses move their supply chains away from China. It also aims to provide these nations with alternatives to Chinese government loans and technology infrastructure.
- The State Department and other federal agencies would manage the program. They are encouraged to coordinate with Taiwan to make sure the money is used efficiently and to ensure that Taiwan is also contributing its own fair share of aid to these partner nations.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 321.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Taiwan Allies Fund Act
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