Speaker. I rise to note that on April 10while Congress was out of sessionwe celebrated the 36th anniversary of the enactment of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA). As a Taiwanborn American immigrant. I take pride in this landmark piece of legislation. which has provided Taiwan with a great deal of stability and support as it transformed itself into a vibrant democracy. advanced economy and civil society. The TRA was intended by Congress to endure. continuing the important relationship between close friends and allies. I am heartened by the strengthening of ties that have taken place in recent years. from Taiwans admission to the U.S. Visa Waiver Program in 2012. the first visit of a Cabinetlevel official since the Clinton Administration in 2014. and Taiwans shift from our 12thlargest trading partner in 2013 to our 10thlargest in 2014. As Los Angeles Countys fourth largest trading partner. Taiwan has a unique relationship with my district.
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