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Supporting the designation the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week".

USA119th CongressHRES-1280| House 
| Updated: 5/13/2026
Ami Bera

Ami Bera

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (7)
James R. Walkinshaw (Democratic)Young Kim (Republican)Ro Khanna (Democratic)Greg Stanton (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Brad Sherman (Democratic)Michael T. McCaul (Republican)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This House Resolution supports the designation of the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week." The resolution also celebrates the diverse and significant contributions that Taiwanese Americans have made to the United States. Generations of Taiwanese Americans, numbering over 700,000, have enriched American society as business leaders, scientists, educators, and innovators, particularly in the technology and semiconductor industries. Their commitment to freedom, democracy, and ingenuity has strengthened the nation. Furthermore, Taiwanese Americans play a crucial role in fostering the enduring partnership between the United States and Taiwan, serving as a vital bridge for people-to-people ties and shared prosperity. This designation aims to honor their unique heritage, culture, and identity while recognizing their integral role in American life and global relations.
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Timeline
May 13, 2026
Submitted in House
May 13, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • May 13, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 13, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Supporting the designation the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week".

USA119th CongressHRES-1280| House 
| Updated: 5/13/2026
This House Resolution supports the designation of the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "Taiwanese American Heritage Week." The resolution also celebrates the diverse and significant contributions that Taiwanese Americans have made to the United States. Generations of Taiwanese Americans, numbering over 700,000, have enriched American society as business leaders, scientists, educators, and innovators, particularly in the technology and semiconductor industries. Their commitment to freedom, democracy, and ingenuity has strengthened the nation. Furthermore, Taiwanese Americans play a crucial role in fostering the enduring partnership between the United States and Taiwan, serving as a vital bridge for people-to-people ties and shared prosperity. This designation aims to honor their unique heritage, culture, and identity while recognizing their integral role in American life and global relations.
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Timeline
May 13, 2026
Submitted in House
May 13, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • May 13, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 13, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Ami Bera

Ami Bera

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (7)
James R. Walkinshaw (Democratic)Young Kim (Republican)Ro Khanna (Democratic)Greg Stanton (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Brad Sherman (Democratic)Michael T. McCaul (Republican)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted