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Bill119th CongressFiled Mar 3, 2025Government Operations and Politics
H.R. 1772

Designation of English as the Official Language of the United States Act of 2025

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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Mar 3, 2025)

Designation of English as the Official Language of the United States Act of 2025

This bill establishes English as the official language of the United States.

The bill specifies that the official functions of government in the United States, including in each state and the District of Columbia, shall be conducted in English. Exceptions to this requirement include (1) actions or documents to protect the public health or safety, (2) actions or documents that protect the rights of victims of crimes or criminal defendants, and (3) requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

The bill also establishes a framework for implementation and enforcement, including by testing English language ability as part of the naturalization process.

What just happenedMar 3, 2025

Referred to the Committee on Education and 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.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4](R-AL)Sponsor
21 cosponsors21 R
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  1. Mar 3, 2025IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Education and 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.

    Judiciary Committee
  2. Mar 3, 2025IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Education and 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.

    Education and Workforce Committee
  3. Mar 3, 2025IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

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    Introduced in House