I would like to join with my colleagues in recommending approval of this bill that is so long overdue. The amendment we are considering today has passed the House on three different occasions and helps to remedy an unfair situation. If an alien who is over 50 years of age resides in this country for 20 years and is fully integrated in every way into our society. it seems only logical that such individuals when seeking to be naturalized should be exempt from the English literacy requirements. Such persons would still be required to establish that they have knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of the history. and of the principles and form of government. of the United States. Let me reiterate that we are bestowing the blessings of American citizenship on senior aliens who in every way have been productive members of our society.
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