In accordance with the State budget, the Program shall:

1. (1) encourage eligible residents to learn English;
2. (2) encourage eligible residents to become naturalized citizens of the United States;
3. (3) inform eligible residents about the rights and responsibilities of citizens, the process of naturalization, and the availability of citizenship services;

4. (4) make available or increase the availability of instruction in:

   1. (i) English as a second language;
   2. (ii) United States history; and
   3. (iii) citizenship preparation;
5. (5) make available or increase the availability of assistance in completing applications for naturalization;
6. (6) establish an effective connection to nonpartisan voter registration efforts;
7. (7) encourage the involvement of new citizens in democratic institutions; and
8. (8) work with federal, State, and local units of government and organizations to respond to the need for citizenship services in the State.

Added by Acts 2007, c. 3, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 2007.