U.S. House · 119th Congress · H.R. 9742

English Language Proficiency Act

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to eliminate certain exceptions to the naturalization requirement as to understanding the English language, history, principles, and form of government of the United States.

Sponsor

Brandon GillR-TX-26

Introduced

July 16, 2026, in the House

Issue areas

• Immigration

Policy area

Immigration (from the Congressional Research Service)

Full text and actions

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