Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the study of languages and supporting the designation of a Year of Languages
Sponsor: RUSH HOLT (D-NJ)
Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the study of languages contributes to the intellectual and social development of a student and the economy and security of the United States; (2) there should be a Year of Languages in the United States, during which language study is promoted and expanded in schools, businesses, and government programs; and (3) the President should issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to encourage and support initiatives to promote and expand the study of languages, and observe a Year of Languages with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities.
Commemorations Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 8.9% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 396 | 91.1% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 8.9% |