全国人民代表大会宪法和法律委员会关于《中华人民共和国国家通用语言文字法（修订草案）》审议结果的报告

Core Viewpoint - The National People's Congress Standing Committee has conducted an initial review of the draft amendment to the National Common Language and Writing Law, emphasizing the necessity of revising the law to promote the use and development of the national common language and writing [1][5]. Group 1: Legislative Process - The draft amendment was distributed to various stakeholders, including central departments, local people's congresses, and the public for feedback [1]. - The Constitutional and Legal Committee held meetings and discussions with representatives from various sectors to gather opinions on the draft [1][2]. - The committee conducted field research in regions such as Henan and Beijing to discuss key issues related to the draft [1]. Group 2: Key Amendments Proposed - The draft specifies that educational institutions should primarily use the national common language and writing, with suggestions to remove unnecessary legal exceptions [1][2]. - Recommendations were made to standardize the use of the national common language in online publications, including network games [2]. - The draft aims to enhance the role of the national common language in international exchanges, requiring its use alongside foreign languages in international events held in China [2]. Group 3: Legal Responsibilities and Complaints - The draft includes provisions for handling complaints and reports, emphasizing timely processing by relevant authorities [2]. - It suggests a combination of penalties and educational measures in the legal responsibilities outlined in the law [2]. Group 4: Inclusion of Sign Language and Braille - There were suggestions to include provisions for national sign language and Braille in the law, but the committee concluded that existing laws already cover these areas adequately [3]. Group 5: Overall Significance - The draft amendment is seen as crucial for promoting the national common language, fostering a sense of national identity, and reinforcing cultural confidence [5].