Designates English as the official language of Washington for public records and meetings.
The bill designates English as the official language of Washington for any official public record and meeting. It allows for the publication of official public documents or records in languages other than English, provided they are also published in English. It also permits non-English speakers to communicate at official public meetings with the assistance of an interpreter. The bill does not restrict language use in private activities or businesses, except for communications with government agencies, which must be in English.
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