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A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF
MONTANA RECOGNIZING THE STRONG BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MONTANA AND
TAIWAN.
WHEREAS, the United States and Taiwan have long enjoyed strong bilateral relations encompassing
trade, education, cultural exchanges, and tourism; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan shares the core values of freedom, democracy, human rights, the rule of law,
peace, and prosperity with the United States; and
WHEREAS, the United States is Taiwan's second-largest trading partner, while Taiwan is the seventh-
largest trading partner of the United States, with bilateral trade totaling $128 billion in 2023; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan imported $3.7 billion worth of United States farm products in 2023, making it the
seventh-largest market for overall United States agricultural products, as well as the sixth-largest export market
for United States beef and wheat; and
WHEREAS, the robust trade and investment partnership between the United States and Taiwan
provides a strong foundation for advancing a mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement that fosters job
creation, expands global market access, and strengthens international supply chains; and
WHEREAS, the State of Montana and Taiwan have maintained a valued sister-state relationship since
1985, with 2025 marking its 40th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan was Montana's eighth-largest export market in 2023, with a trade value of $61.5
million, and the success of the 2024 Montana SelectUSA spin-off event highlighted the mutually beneficial
economic ties between Montana and Taiwan; and
WHEREAS, the establishment of the Montana-Asia Trade Office in 2021, along with agreements, such
as the driver's license reciprocity agreement in 2020, the Taiwan-Montana Education Cooperation
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Memorandum in 2023, and key memoranda of understanding signed during the 2023 Montana trade mission to
enhance collaboration in photonics, quantum technologies, education, and trade, have collectively strengthened
and deepened the partnership between Montana and Taiwan; and
WHEREAS, the landmark Taiwan Relations Act of 1979 has fostered a close bilateral relationship,
advancing mutual security and commercial interests between the United States and Taiwan; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan, as a responsible and contributing member of the international community, has
provided significant technical and financial assistance in response to natural disasters worldwide.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF
THE STATE OF MONTANA:
(1) That the State of Montana reaffirms its commitment to strengthening and deepening the
relationship with Taiwan.
(2) That the State of Montana commemorates the 40th anniversary of its sister-state relationship
with Taiwan.
(3) That the State of Montana advocates for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international
organizations that address global trade, health, safety, and the well-being of its 23 million citizens.
(4) That the State of Montana endorses a closer economic and trade partnership between the
United States and Taiwan, including the signing of a bilateral trade agreement and a tax agreement to promote
mutual trade and investment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution be sent to the Taipei Economic and
Cultural Office in Seattle and to appropriate state and federal officials.
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I hereby certify that the within bill,
HJ 29, originated in the House.
___________________________________________
Chief Clerk of the House
___________________________________________
Speaker of the House
Signed this _______________________________day
of____________________________________, 2025.
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President of the Senate
Signed this _______________________________day
of____________________________________, 2025.
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 29
INTRODUCED BY B. LER, B. CARTER, T. NELSON, G. OBLANDER, C. SCHOMER, J. SECKINGER, K.
SEEKINS-CROWE, C. FITZPATRICK
A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF
MONTANA RECOGNIZING THE STRONG BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MONTANA AND TAIWAN.