S.733 - Taiwan Travel and Tourism Coordination Act (119th Congress)
Summary
The Taiwan Travel and Tourism Coordination Act aims to enhance cooperation between the United States and Taiwan regarding travel and tourism. It mandates the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism to engage with Taiwanese authorities to expand cooperation. The Act also requires reports on the feasibility of establishing preclearance facilities in Taiwan.
Expected Effects
This act will likely increase travel and tourism between the US and Taiwan. It may also lead to the establishment of a preclearance facility in Taiwan, streamlining travel for passengers. The act also mandates several reports, which will provide data and analysis on the impacts of increased cooperation.
Potential Benefits
- Increased tourism revenue for both the United States and Taiwan.
- Strengthened economic ties between the two countries.
- Improved cultural exchange and understanding.
- Streamlined travel processes with potential preclearance facilities.
- Enhanced cooperation on travel safety and security.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with establishing and maintaining preclearance facilities.
- Possible security vulnerabilities related to preclearance operations in Taiwan.
- Risk of exposing sensitive information, intellectual property, or trade secrets if cooperation is not carefully managed.
- Potential strain on resources for the Assistant Secretary, Secretary of Commerce, and Secretary of State to fulfill the reporting requirements.
- Possible negative impacts on U.S. Customs and Border Patrol staffing at domestic ports of entry.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act appears to align with the US Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations. It does not appear to infringe upon any individual liberties or rights protected by the Bill of Rights. The Act focuses on promoting trade and tourism, which falls under the purview of congressional authority related to commerce and foreign relations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).