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S. 434 (102nd)

Language of Government Act of 1991

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Introduced

20 February 1991

Last action

20 February 1991 · Introduced

Status

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs.

Sponsors

Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL], Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC], Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN], Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS], Sen. Burns, Conrad R. [R-MT], Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC], Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID], Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV], Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS]

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26 August 2025

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Summary

Language of Government Act of 1991 - Declares English to be the official language of the U.S. Government. States that the Government has an affirmative obligation to preserve and enhance the role of English as the official language. Prohibits anyone from being denied Government services because they communicate in English. Prohibits a Government entity from making or enforcing an official act requiring the use of a language other than English. Deems anyone discriminated against for communicating in English to have been discriminated against on the basis of national origin. Makes available to a person so discriminated against all lawful remedies available under the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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Timeline

  1. 20 February 1991

    Introduced

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 20 February 1991

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

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