HR 123 - English as the National Language - National Key Vote
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Lee Hamilton voted Yea (Passage) on this Legislation.
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- Referred to Committee
- Aug. 2, 1996
- House Bill Passed
- Aug. 1, 1996
- Introduced
- Jan. 4, 1995
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Title: English as the National Language
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that makes English the official language of the United States.
Highlights:
- Requires all official business of the United States Government to be conducted in English, including naturalization ceremonies and government documents.
- Repeals the bilingual voting requirements of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
- Makes certain exemptions from English language requirements, including issues of national security, international relations, trade, and public health and safety.
Title: English as the National Language
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