H.R.769: To amend title 4, United States Code, to declare English as the official language of the Government of the United States, and for other purposes.

To amend title 4, United States Code, to declare English as the official language of the Government of the United States, and for other purposes. 1/31/2007--Introduced. National Language Act of 2007 - Makes English the official language of the U.S. government. Requires the government to: (1) conduct its official business in English, including publications, income tax forms, and informational materials; and (2) preserve and enhance the role of English as the official language of the United States of America. Provides that no person has a right, entitlement, or claim to have the government act, communicate, perform, or provide services or materials in any other language, unless specifically stated in applicable law. Provides that this Act shall not apply to the use of a language other than English for religious purposes, for training in foreign languages for international communication, or in school programs designed to encourage students to learn foreign languages. [...]

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