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H.R. 4766:
Esther Martinez Native American Languages Preservation Act of 2006
109th Congress

This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the House of Representatives ("H.R."). A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

Bill numbers restart from 1 every two years. Each two-year cycle is called a session of Congress. This bill was created in the 109th Congress, in 2005-2006.

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2005-2006

To amend the Native American Programs Act of 1974 to provide for the revitalization of Native American languages through Native American language immersion programs; and for other purposes.

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Text:
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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedFeb 15, 2006
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Passed HouseSep 27, 2006
Occurred: Passed SenateDec 6, 2006
Occurred: Signed by PresidentDec 14, 2006
This bill became law. It was signed by George Bush.
Last Action:
Dec 14, 2006: Became Public Law No: 109-394.
Related:
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Votes:
Sep 27, 2006: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by voice vote. A record of each representative's position was not kept.
Dec 6, 2006: This bill passed in the Senate by Unanimous Consent. A record of each representative's position was not kept.
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