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H.R.123: Bill Emerson English Language Empowerment Act of 1997
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Jan. 7, 1997
- Latest Major Action Jan. 31, 1997
- See the seven similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
167 (12 Democrats, 1 Independent, 155 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Bill Emerson English Language Empowerment Act of 1997 - Amends Federal law to declare English to be the official language of the U.S. Government. States that representatives of the Federal Government have an affirmative obligation to preserve and enhance the role of English as the official language of the Federal Government. Requires such representatives to conduct official business in English. Prohibits anyone from being denied Government...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Youth and Families.
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| Jan. 7, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Randy 'Duke' Cunningham (R-Calif.) |