The measure would provide schools with more access to student discipline records at other schools, impose tougher penalties for assault of school employees and allow alternative schools for disruptive students. For a look at how your legislator voted, see the House roll call vote . Only The Missouri House gave first round approval to a measure to make English the state's official language. Approval was overwhelming, by a 116-22 vote. Proponents say the proposal is designed to prevent courts from ordering state or local governments to provide official documents in languages other than English.
Opponents argue the proposal is insulting to immigrants.
The measure faces one more vote in the House before going to the Senate. The House perfection vote on March 28 . The House 3rd reading vote on April 2 .