H.R.2859: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that public ceremonies for the admission of new citizens shall be conducted solely in English.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 103rd Congress
  • This bill is primarily about immigration
  • Introduced Aug. 4, 1993
  • Latest Major Action Aug. 16, 1993

Bill Sponsor

Bill Cosponsors

114 (15 Democrats, 99 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to require that public ceremonies for the admission of new citizens be conducted solely in English.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Judiciary.
Referred to the Subcommittee on International Law, Immigration, and Refugees.
Aug. 4, 1993

Introduced in the House by Bill Emerson (R-Mo.)

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