Young Kim (R-CA)
Taiwan Travel and Tourism Coordination Act
A Republican bill with 3 Democratic cosponsors · See all 5 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Taiwan Travel and Tourism Coordination Act aims to improve cooperation between the United States and Taiwan regarding travel and tourism. It directs the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism to engage with Taiwanese authorities to expand these connections. This includes enhancing travel and strengthening tourism industries for mutual benefit. The bill also requires officials to protect sensitive information and economic interests during these efforts. Additionally, the Secretary of Homeland Security must submit a report regarding the feasibility of establishing preclearance facilities in Taiwan or the Indo-Pacific region. Finally, the Act mandates regular reports to congressional committees to ensure oversight of these activities.
Yes· 3 of 9
- Scored +5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The bill aims to expand cooperation and strengthen relations between the United States and Taiwan through tourism and travel.
- Scored +3
Does this make trade with other countries easier?
The bill directs the analysis of how preclearance facilities could improve market access and trade between the U.S. and Taiwan.
- Scored +3
Is this likely to create jobs?
The bill seeks to strengthen tourism industries such as hotels, restaurants, and passenger travel which can drive job growth.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Strengthening Tourism Industries: The bill seeks to strengthen tourism industries in both the United States and Taiwan through various sectors, such as hotel accommodations, restaurants, small businesses, and air or sea passenger travel (Section 3(b)(1)(B)(i)).
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Cultural Preservation: The act includes provisions for advising on the preservation of and incentivizing travel to interact with cultural heritage, artifacts, and landmarks (Section 3(b)(1)(B)(ii)).
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Enhanced Safety: The bill includes coordination efforts regarding the safety and security of international visitors (Section 3(b)(1)(B)(iii)).
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Economic and Trade Impacts: The proposed study of preclearance facilities looks at potential revenue for the U.S. tourism industry, cost savings, and market access (Section 4(3)(B) and (D)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Security Risks: The report required by the bill must specifically address the security vulnerabilities associated with conducting preclearance operations in Taiwan (Section 4(4)).
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Staffing Impacts: The establishment of preclearance operations could impact U.S. Customs and Border Patrol international and domestic port of entry staffing (Section 4(3)(F)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill aims to expand cooperation and strengthen relations between the United States and Taiwan through tourism and travel. Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The bill directs the analysis of how preclearance facilities could improve market access and trade between the U.S. and Taiwan. Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill's focus on security and international coordination could tangentially support the security environment for all citizens.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill specifically identifies the small business and retail sector as an area for potential tourism growth and cooperation. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill seeks to strengthen tourism industries such as hotels, restaurants, and passenger travel which can drive job growth.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — Small business owners in the travel and tourism sectors stand to benefit from increased international visitor cooperation.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — The bill includes the expansion of land and sea passenger transportation sectors in its scope of cooperation.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill mandates regular reports to congressional committees to ensure oversight of the cooperation efforts.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this tighten control of the border? — The bill directs the study of establishing preclearance facilities to enhance security and facilitate travel.
- 12/16/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/3/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/3/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/26/2025
- 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.
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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