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National Language Act of 2009

Introduced: May 6, 2009 See on congress.gov
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May 6, 2009
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5241)
May 6, 2009
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5239-5240)
May 6, 2009
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

National Language Act of 2009 - Requires: (1) English to be the national language of the federal government; and (2) the federal government to preserve and enhance the role of English as the national language.

Provides that no person has a right, entitlement, or claim to have the federal government act, communicate, perform or provide services, or provide materials in any language other than English, unless specifically provided by statute.

Makes the English language version of a government form issued in a language other than English the sole authority for legal purposes.

Declares that this Act does not prohibit the use of a language other than English.

What's happening now May 6, 2009

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5241)

 Committees of jurisdiction 1
 Cosponsors 2
All 2 Republican 2