Mr. Chair, I'm glad that I don't have to read it, because it's very simple. We propose returning the language testing requirements to the status quo, which is ages 18 to 55. In particular, we think it's unnecessary and somewhat mean-spirited to impose language tests on those aged 55 to 64 because they could be just as good citizens as anyone else. For those of that age coming from a certain country, whose English may not be the best, it's likely their children and grandchildren will speak perfect English.
We object to this as yet another unnecessary barrier to citizenship.