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- H.R.997
H.R.997: English Language Unity Act of 2003
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Feb. 27, 2003
- Latest Major Action May 5, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
109 (6 Democrats, 104 Republicans)
Bill Summary
English Language Unity Act of 2003 - Amends specified Federal law to declare English to be the official language of the United States.Gives representatives of the Federal Government an affirmative obligation to preserve and enhance the role of English as the official language of the Federal Government, including encouraging greater opportunities for individuals to learn the English language.Requires the official functions of the United States...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Referred to House Education and the Workforce
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Referred to House Judiciary
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
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| Feb. 27, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Steve King (R-Iowa) |