H.Res. 793 (109th): English Language Unity Statements resolution

Introduced:
May 02, 2006 (109th Congress, 2005–2006)
Sponsor:
Rep. Jim Ryun [R-KS2]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)
See Instead:

S.Res. 458 (same title)
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) — May 08, 2006

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Status

This resolution was introduced on May 2, 2006, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced May 02, 2006
Cosponsors
31 cosponsors (29R, 2D) (show)
Committees

House Judiciary

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Full Title

Affirming that statements of national unity, including the National Anthem, should be recited or sung in English.

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Last updated May 02, 2006.
3 pages

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5/2/2006--Introduced.
Reaffirms that statements or songs that symbolize the unity of the Nation, including the National Anthem, the Oath of Allegiance sworn by new U.S. citizens, and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States, should be recited or sung in English, the common language of the United States.

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