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Blue Skies for Taiwan Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-9042| House 
| Updated: 5/26/2026
Eugene Simon Vindman

Eugene Simon Vindman

Democratic Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (2)
Madeleine Dean (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)

Foreign Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation seeks to bolster United States national security and strengthen Taiwan's defense capabilities by fostering the development, production, and deployment of secure and resilient Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). It recognizes Taiwan as a vital democratic partner facing pressure from the People's Republic of China's gray-zone tactics, including UAS use, and highlights the cybersecurity risks associated with PRC-sourced components in commercially available drones. The bill aims to support Taiwan's asymmetric defense posture and expand U.S. access to secure, PRC-independent UAS components and systems. A key provision establishes a Blue UAS working group , led by the Secretaries of State and Defense, to assess Taiwan's domestic drone production capacity, identify barriers to its inclusion in Blue UAS programs, and recommend ways to integrate Taiwanese suppliers. This group will also evaluate opportunities for public-private partnerships and collaboration with the Army Organic Industrial Base for testing and sustainment. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of a cooperative framework with Taiwan and regional allies to promote secure, PRC-independent UAS supply chains and enhance interoperability, including supporting allies in acquiring Taiwanese Blue UAS components. Furthermore, the legislation directs the development of a fast-track certification process for Blue UAS companies in Taiwan, featuring expedited export control reviews and streamlined technical assessments for components without PRC connections. This process also includes reciprocal testing arrangements or recognition of equivalent Taiwan cybersecurity standards to facilitate integration. The bill authorizes necessary appropriations to carry out its provisions and explicitly states that it does not alter existing U.S. policy towards Taiwan or its international status.
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Timeline
May 26, 2026
Introduced in House
May 26, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jun 17, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-4259
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
  • May 26, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • May 26, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.


  • June 17, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-4259
    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • S 119-4259: Blue Skies for Taiwan Act of 2026

Blue Skies for Taiwan Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-9042| House 
| Updated: 5/26/2026
This legislation seeks to bolster United States national security and strengthen Taiwan's defense capabilities by fostering the development, production, and deployment of secure and resilient Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). It recognizes Taiwan as a vital democratic partner facing pressure from the People's Republic of China's gray-zone tactics, including UAS use, and highlights the cybersecurity risks associated with PRC-sourced components in commercially available drones. The bill aims to support Taiwan's asymmetric defense posture and expand U.S. access to secure, PRC-independent UAS components and systems. A key provision establishes a Blue UAS working group , led by the Secretaries of State and Defense, to assess Taiwan's domestic drone production capacity, identify barriers to its inclusion in Blue UAS programs, and recommend ways to integrate Taiwanese suppliers. This group will also evaluate opportunities for public-private partnerships and collaboration with the Army Organic Industrial Base for testing and sustainment. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of a cooperative framework with Taiwan and regional allies to promote secure, PRC-independent UAS supply chains and enhance interoperability, including supporting allies in acquiring Taiwanese Blue UAS components. Furthermore, the legislation directs the development of a fast-track certification process for Blue UAS companies in Taiwan, featuring expedited export control reviews and streamlined technical assessments for components without PRC connections. This process also includes reciprocal testing arrangements or recognition of equivalent Taiwan cybersecurity standards to facilitate integration. The bill authorizes necessary appropriations to carry out its provisions and explicitly states that it does not alter existing U.S. policy towards Taiwan or its international status.
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Timeline
May 26, 2026
Introduced in House
May 26, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jun 17, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-4259
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
  • May 26, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • May 26, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.


  • June 17, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-4259
    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Eugene Simon Vindman

Eugene Simon Vindman

Democratic Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (2)
Madeleine Dean (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)

Foreign Affairs Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • S 119-4259: Blue Skies for Taiwan Act of 2026
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted