English Language Unity Act of 2013

Summary

English Language Unity Act of 2013- Makes English the official language of the United States. Requires, subject to exceptions and rules of construction, that: (1) official functions of the U.S. government be conducted in English, and (2) all naturalization ceremonies be conducted in English. Establishes a uniform English language rule for naturalization. Makes English language requirements and workplace policies, whether in the public or private sector, presumptively consistent with the laws of the United States. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) to issue for public notice and comment a proposed rule for uniform testing of English language ability of candidates for naturalization based upon the principles that: (1) all citizens should be able to read and understand generally the English language text of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the laws of the United States; and (2) any exceptions to this standard should be limited to extraordinary circumstances, such as asylum.

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Timeline

1. 5 March 2013

   Introduced

   Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1133)

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 5 March 2013

   Introduced

   Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1132-1133)

   Source: IntroReferral

3. 5 March 2013

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

   Source: IntroReferral

Votes

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Versions

• Introduced in Senate · 5 March 2013 · Official file

Documents

3 official files

• Introduced in Senate (text)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 5 March 2013

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• Introduced in Senate (PDF)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 5 March 2013

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 5 March 2013

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Sponsors

• Rep. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK-1] · R · Sponsor
• Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] · R · Sponsor
• Sen. Chambliss, Saxby [R-GA] · R · Sponsor
• Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] · R · Cosponsor
• John Boozman · R · Cosponsor
• Deb Fischer · R · Cosponsor
• Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL] · R · Cosponsor
• · ssga00 · Standing

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