U.S. Congress - H.R.997 English Language Unity Act of 2009
H.R.997 - English Language Unity Act of 2009
To declare English as the official language of the United States, to establish a uniform English language rule for naturalization, and to avoid misconstructions of the English language texts of the laws of the United States, pursuant to Congress' powers to provide for the general welfare of the United States and to establish a uniform rule of naturalization under article I, section 8, of the Constitution. view all titles (2)
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- Official: To declare English as the official language of the United States, to establish a uniform English language rule for naturalization, and to avoid misconstructions of the English language texts of the laws of the United States, pursuant to Congress' powers to provide for the general welfare of the United States and to establish a uniform rule of naturalization under article I, section 8, of the Constitution. as introduced.
- Short: English Language Unity Act of 2009 as introduced.
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Official Summary
2/11/2009--Introduced.English Language Unity Act of 2009 - Makes English the official language of the United States. Requires, subject to exceptions and rules of construction, that: (1) official functions of the United States be conducted in English; and (2) all naturalization ceremonies bOfficial Summary
2/11/2009--Introduced.English Language Unity Act of 2009 - Makes English the official language of the United States. Requires, subject to exceptions and rules of construction, that:(1) official functions of the United States be conducted in English; and
(2) all naturalization ceremonies be conducted in English. Establishes a uniform English language rule for naturalization. Makes English language requirements and workplace policies, whether in the public or private sector, presumptively consistent with the laws of the United States. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue for public notice and comment a proposed rule for uniform testing of English language ability of candidates for naturalization based upon the principles that:
(1) all citizens should be able to read and understand generally the English language text of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the laws of the United States; and
(2) any exceptions to this standard should be limited to extraordinary circumstances, such as asylum.
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Organizations Supporting H.R.997
- US English
- ProEnglish
- National Association of Active and Retired Employees Chapter 2230
Organizations Opposing H.R.997
- American Immigration Lawyers Association
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The Case for English Only
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