This act granted the right of indigenous language groups to maintain their language and culture by declaring “the right of Native Americans to express themselves through their languages” and to not restrict it “in any public proceeding, including publicly supported education programs.” [Source] Please read the findings on the primary document here. Excerpt: “The Congress finds that— (1) the status of the cultures and languages of Native Americans is unique and the United States has the responsibility to act together with Native Americans to ensure the survival of these unique cultures and languages…”
