H.R. 5626: Taiwan and American Space Assistance Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Taiwan and American Space Assistance Act of 2025, aims to enhance cooperation between the United States and Taiwan in the field of civilian space activities. Here are the main components of the bill:

Objectives

The primary goals of this bill include:

• Expanding the collaboration between the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) with Taiwan.
• Facilitating the exchange of knowledge and resources related to space exploration, satellite programs, and environmental monitoring.

Implementation Timeline

The bill outlines a specific timeline for actions:

• Within 90 days of the bill's enactment, NASA, in coordination with the NOAA and the Secretary of State, is mandated to engage with Taiwan to discuss enhanced cooperation in civilian space initiatives.
• A report must be submitted to Congress within 270 days of enactment and annually for the following five years, detailing the collaborative efforts and any challenges faced.

Areas of Cooperation

The collaboration efforts could lead to initiatives in several key areas:

• Satellite and Space Exploration Programs: Joint development or sharing of satellite technology and missions.
• Atmospheric and Weather Programs: Collaboration on weather monitoring and climate research.
• Personnel Exchanges: Facilitating exchanges of employees between NASA, NOAA, and the Taiwan Space Agency to promote knowledge sharing.
• Commercial Space Activities: Initiatives that benefit both nations in commercial aspects of space and weather technology.

Reporting Requirements

The bill requires a report that will include:

• A description of the activities conducted between NASA, NOAA, and Taiwan.
• An identification of challenges that may hinder the collaboration.
• An overview of the efforts made under this initiative.
• Any additional relevant information deemed necessary by the agencies involved.

Congressional Oversight

The bill specifies which congressional committees will oversee the cooperation efforts:

• The Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Foreign Affairs in the House of Representatives.
• The Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the Committee on Foreign Relations in the Senate.

General Provisions

This legislation is designed to bolster ties between the U.S. and Taiwan in the field of space exploration while ensuring that all activities comply with existing regulations and protect sensitive information and U.S. interests.

Relevant Companies

• BA (Boeing) - Could be impacted due to potential partnerships in space exploration projects with NASA.
• LOCK (Lockheed Martin) - Might see new opportunities in satellite technology and weather programs through cooperation with NASA and Taiwan.
• NTES (NetEase) - Potential involvement in technology transfer and development related to atmospheric monitoring.