key legislative policies/Laws that have influenced bilingual issues in both New Mexico and the U.S.
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Mo Hock Ke Lok Po v. Stainback
This case gave parents the right to have their children learn and be taught in a language other than English. -
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a law that prohibits discrimination based on any factor such as race, color, etc. It also prohibits segregation in schools and in public. -
Bilingual Education Act
This act was the first act to give the importance and need for bilingual programs in the United States public education. It also allowed districts to be provided with funding for these programs. -
Bilingual Education Act of 1974
This act provided a definition of Bilingual Education. -
New Mexico Bilingual Multicultural Education
This act incorporated bilingual and multilingual programs in education and made them eligible for financial support from the state for these programs. -
New Mexico Indian Education Act
This act includes an equitable learning environment for Indian Students in New Mexico while also ensuring a culturally relevant environment. -
HISPANIC EDUCATION ACT
This act allowed the implementation of educational systems that promote the success of Hispanic students. -
Yazzie/Martinez v. State of New Mexico
This case ruled that the state failed to comply with the cultural laws for English Language Learners and for students with disabilities. The ruling required the state of New Mexico to provide more resources and funding for these students.