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	Issue Spotlight Friday, June 13, 2008 English as the Official Language Declaring English the official language means official government business must be conducted solely in English. This includes all public documents, records, legislation and regulations, as well as hearings, official ceremonies and public meetings. Currently, Congressman Steve King of Iowa is the lead sponsor of an official English bill in the 110th Congress. H.R. 997 is pending in the U.S. House of Representatives. • Ninety-two percent of the world's countries have at least one official language. • English is the sole official language in 31 nations. • In 1999, the average employed immigrant who spoke English very well earned $40,741, more than double the $16,345 earned by immigrants who did not speak English at all. • 79 percent of Americans, and 81 percent of first and second generation Americans, favor making English the official language of the US. • A 2001 Gallup poll found that 96 percent of Americans believe that it is essential/important that immigrants living in the United States learn to speak English. (Source: www.USEnglish.org) Action Items • Support Official English legislation in Iowa and nationally • Write letters-to-the-editor • Make contributions to candidates supporting the cause • Contact state and federal legislators     In The News Thursday, August 26, 2010 King: Vilsack makes false claims to push amnesty Congressman King, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration, challenges Agriculture Secretary’s Remarks on Amnesty full story>> Monday, August 23, 2010 King Urges Iowa Medical Board to Halt Congressman King: “The dispensation of RU-486 via telemedicine violates Iowa law and FDA protocols.” full story>> Make a Contribution Support Congressman Steve King Contribute Now>>