HJR 63 - UNITED NATIONS MEMBERSHIP FOR THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA/TAIWAN CHAIRMAN VEZEY opened HJR 63 for discussion. Number 674 REPRESENTATIVE PETE KOTT commented his wife from Taiwan, had meant to join the committee to testify. He conveyed for her that HJR 63 was a very good idea and they should be readmitted. He believed they have proven themselves politically and economically. They would be providing themselves as an example to other nations as to what to do, rather than what not to do. He stated they are recognized as a powerhouse. Number 686 CHAIRMAN VEZEY pointed out HJR 63 states they are the 20 largest economy in the world. Number 691 REPRESENTATIVE ULMER added, when she was mayor of Juneau, she had the opportunity to visit Taiwan as part of a group. She was very well treated and impressed by the schools, health care facilities, art and industry. She noted they had a very positive attitude toward the United States and they wanted to develop a positive relationship. TAPE 94-44, SIDE A Number 002 REPRESENTATIVE KOTT moved to pass HJR 63 from committee with individual recommendations with attached zero fiscal note, asking unanimous consent. Number 005 CHAIRMAN VEZEY asked the committee secretary to call the roll. IN FAVOR: REPRESENTATIVES VEZEY, KOTT, ULMER, B. DAVIS, G. DAVIS, OLBERG. ABSENT: REPRESENTATIVE SANDERS. MOTION PASSED