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Public commenters are rallying to keep world languages as a vital graduation requirement, arguing it’s essential for equity, workforce readiness, and college access.

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Public commenters urge State Board to keep world languages as a graduation requirement
Several public commenters and educators told the State Board of Education the Future Ready proposal should not reduce world-language study to an elective, arguing two years in the same language supports college access, equity and workforce needs.
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September 20, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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A new bill in Missouri aims to ensure that commercial drivers can effectively communicate in English, raising important questions about public safety and enforcement standards.

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Committee hears bill to require English proficiency for CDL holders; DOT says rule aligns with new federal guidance
Representative Carolyn Keaton introduced House Bill 27-41 to require CDL applicants and holders in Missouri to read and speak English sufficiently to perform duties and communicate with responders; the Missouri Department of Revenue witness said the state already follows new FMCSA requirements for nondomicile CDLs and centralized checks.
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February 27, 2026 at 1:36 PM
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Maryland's Senate Bill 423 is set to transform the medical licensing process by mandating English proficiency for all applicants, sparking debate on its impact on healthcare accessibility.

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Senate Bill 423 establishes English competency requirements for medical license applicants
Senate Bill 423 requires English proficiency for U.S. medical license applicants.
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March 16, 2025 at 6:20 AM