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Senator Schmitt Files Amendment to Address America’s Ability to Cooperate with Strategic Ally Taiwan In Space
Senator Eric Schmitt has taken a significant step towards enhancing cooperation with Taiwan in the realm of space exploration. Introduced as an amendment to this year's FAA Reauthorization bill, the Taiwan and America Space Assistance (TASA) Act aims to bolster ties with the strategic Indo-Pacific ally and mitigate the space-related threats posed by China."Cooperation in space with a strategic partner such as Taiwan is undoubtedly a net-positive for the United States. The Taiwan and America Space Assistance Act expands our cooperation with a vital ally and allows for...
Senator Schmitt, Senator Ossoff Introduce Bipartisan Think Differently Database Act
WASHINGTON – Recently, Senator Eric Schmitt, alongside Senator John Ossoff (D-GA), introduced the bipartisan Think Differently Database Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to create a comprehensive website that provides much-needed resources to benefit those with intellectual disabilities.“Those with disabilities deserve the best care possible, and many families of those with an intellectual disability aren’t aware of the resources that are available to them. My son, Stephen, has disabilities and was my driving force for running for public...