IV 
111TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1352 
Supporting the goals and ideals of Taiwanese American Heritage Week and 
recognizing the close relationship between the United States and Taiwan. 
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 Cali-
fornia, 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 Her-
itage Week and recognizing the close relationship be-
tween 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 Amer-
ican Heritage Week; 
Whereas May 9, 2010, through May 16, 2010, marks the 
12th annual Taiwanese American Heritage Week; 
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•HRES 1352 IH 
Whereas Taiwanese Americans are a vital and vibrant part 
of United States society and have made profound con-
tributions in such diverse fields as the arts, science, tech-
nology, 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 Tai-
wan 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, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved, 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 fab-
ric of United States society; and 
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•HRES 1352 IH 
(3) remains committed to enhancing peace, sta-
bility, and prosperity in Taiwan and across the Tai-
wan Strait. 
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