Six Assurances to Taiwan Act

# Six Assurances to Taiwan Act - Summary **What the Bill Does** The Six Assurances to Taiwan Act would formally recognize and reinforce six commitments the U.S. made to Taiwan regarding its relationship with China. These assurances—made through diplomatic channels over the decades—include promises that the U.S. would not pressure Taiwan to negotiate with China, would not set a deadline for unification, would not mediate between Taiwan and China, would not alter its stance on Taiwan's status, would not revise the Taiwan Relations Act, and would continue arms sales to Taiwan.

By passing this bill, Congress would officially codify these longstanding assurances into law. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This legislation would primarily affect U.S.-Taiwan relations and indirectly impacts China's interests in the region. It reassures Taiwan of continued American support and commitment. The bill has no direct domestic impact on U.S. citizens but reflects Congress's intent to maintain a strong relationship with Taiwan, a self-governing democratic island that China claims as its own. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative John Curtis (R-UT) but remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate or House.