1.028. The general assembly recognizes that English is the common language used in Missouri and recognizes that fluency in English is necessary for full integration into our common American culture for reading readiness.
(L. 1998 S.B. 583 & 645 § 1, A.L. 1999 H.B. 889)CROSS REFERENCES:
Access to English language services, resettling of refugees and immigrants, grants provided, RSMo 660.025
Adult basic education program, English language services provided to nonnative speakers, RSMo 161.227
English translation required for wills and estates, when, RSMo 474.382
Grants provided for instruction in the English language, when, RSMo 161.223
Wills and estates, translation to English, when, RSMo 474.382
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