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US National Anthem: English-Only Performance as Originally Written

The U.S. Senate expresses its view that the national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner,” should always be performed publicly in its original English version. This aims to preserve the anthem's historical and cultural integrity and its unifying significance for citizens. Citizens can expect public performances of the anthem to adhere to its original form.
Key points
All public performances of “The Star-Spangled Banner” should be in English, as written by Francis Scott Key.
Preserving the original version aims to protect the anthem's historical and cultural significance and its role as a symbol of unity.
Performers and event organizers are encouraged to honor this tradition.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SCONRES_17
Sponsor: Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK]
Process start date: 2025-07-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that any public rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" should be performed as written by Francis Scott Key, in English.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SCONRES_17.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All public performances of “The Star-Spangled Banner” should be in English, as written by Francis Scott Key.
  • Preserving the original version aims to protect the anthem's historical and cultural significance and its role as a symbol of unity.
  • Performers and event organizers are encouraged to honor this tradition.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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