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José E. Serrano: I must say that I neglected to mention that the bill also includes Delegates and the Resident Commissioner to be able to…

On the recordSeptember 15, 2010
I must say that I neglected to mention that the bill also includes Delegates and the Resident Commissioner to be able to administer the oath of office. So, interestingly enough, in the territories, new Americans will become citizens on that day with the participation of the Resident Commissioner or the Delegates. So, again, thank you. And all this is an extension of the celebration of, as you have said, Mr. Smith, probably the greatest honor this country gives anyone, which is to become an American citizen.
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José E. Serrano
Democratic · New York
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Sep 15, 2010

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Serrano discusses the inclusion of Delegates and the Resident Commissioner in administering the oath of office for new citizens.

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