IV 111th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1352 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 12, 2010 Mr. Wu (for himself, Mr. Honda, Ms. Ros-Lehtinen, Mr. Sherman, Mr. Rohrabacher, Mr. Sires, Mr. Inglis, Mr. Gene Green of Texas, Mr. DeFazio, Mr. Holt, Ms. Baldwin, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Kind, Mr. Courtney, Mr. Moore of Kansas, Mr. Etheridge, Mr. Deutch, Mr. Boswell, Mr. Donnelly of Indiana, Ms. Loretta Sanchez of California, Mr. Petri, Mr. Gonzalez, Mr. Garamendi, Mr. Tonko, Mr. Perlmutter, Mr. Serrano, and Mr. Grayson) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Taiwanese American Heritage Week and recognizing the close relationship between the United States and Taiwan.

Whereas in 1992, Congress passed Public Law 102–450 to designate May of each year as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month; Whereas since 1999, the second week of May, beginning on Mother’s Day, has been recognized as Taiwanese American Heritage Week; Whereas May 9, 2010, through May 16, 2010, marks the 12th annual Taiwanese American Heritage Week; Whereas Taiwanese Americans are a vital and vibrant part of United States society and have made profound contributions in such diverse fields as the arts, science, technology, business, public service, and athletics; Whereas distinguished Taiwanese Americans include Dr. Yuan Tseh Lee, 1986 Nobel Laureate in chemistry, Dr. Min Kao, co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Garmin Ltd., Vienna Teng, popular musician and songwriter, and Jason Wu, acclaimed fashion designer who designed First Lady Michelle Obama’s inaugural gown, which is now part of the permanent “First Ladies at the Smithsonian” exhibition at the National Museum of American History; Whereas for more than 60 years, the United States and Taiwan have fostered a close relationship that has been of mutual political, economic, cultural, and strategic benefit; Whereas Taiwan is one of the United States’ strongest allies and is dedicated to the principles of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law; and Whereas Taiwanese Americans are committed to deepening the friendship and understanding between the people of Taiwan and the people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1)supports the goals and ideals of Taiwanese American Heritage Week; (2)recognizes the significant contributions of Taiwanese Americans and the important role that Taiwanese Americans play in strengthening the fabric of United States society; and (3)remains committed to enhancing peace, stability, and prosperity in Taiwan and across the Taiwan Strait.