Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Resolution
HCR 16: Reaffirm commitment to Taiwan; regards Taiwan status
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HCR 16 is a resolution introduced in the Ohio House on June 4, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Reaffirm commitment to Taiwan; regards Taiwan status. Primary sponsor: Ty Mathews (Republican), Angie King (Republican). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 4, 2025): Introduced and Referred to Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Reaffirming Ohio's commitment to strengthening and deepening its sister-state relationship with Taiwan, urging all Ohio businesses to refer to Taiwan, the Republic of China, as Taiwan, opposing the People's Republic of China's misuse of United Nations Resolution 2758, and continuing its support for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations that impact the health, safety, and well-being of the people of Taiwan and support Taiwan's aspirations to make more contributions in international societies.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ty Mathews | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 83 |
| Angie King | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 84 |
| Tim Barhorst | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 85 |
| Jennifer Gross | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
| Beth Lear | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 61 |
| Johnathan Newman | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 80 |
| David Thomas | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 65 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced and Referred to Committee