Missouri § 1.028 - English is the common language of Missouri.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 1.028 — English is the common language of Missouri., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1.028. English is the common language of Missouri.
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.
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(L. 1998 S.B. 583 & 645 § 1, A.L. 1999 H.B. 889)
Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 1.028 ("English is the common language of Missouri.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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