Oklahoma tribes oppose English-only legislation
Monday, April 28, 2008
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Politics
Two Oklahoma tribes have voted against a bill that would make English the official language in the state.
The
Muscogee Nation National Council unanimously approved a resolution against Senate Bill 163. The
Cherokee Nation, joined by the
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians from North Carolina, also opposes the bill.
Rep.
Randy Terrill, a Republican, is sponsoring the bill. He said a provision protects Native languages.
The House passed the bill last week and is now before the Senate.
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