Tag: language access
Senators Kim and Hirono Introduce Legislation to Permanently Make Federal Services Language Accessible
The legislation is co-sponsored by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and was introduced in January 2026 in the House of Representatives by fellow members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus.
Disney+ Boosts Accessibility With New Languages and RTL Support
The platform’s linguistic expansion underscores Disney's broader international strategy, which increasingly centers on making it a fully accessible, globally competitive streaming service.
$4.5M to Expand English‑Language Access to Mental Health Services in Québec
The supported projects will facilitate increased capacity of non-profit organizations (NPOs) working in the mental health sector to improve existing services or to create new services for English-speaking Quebecers.
Gov. Evers, Stockbridge-Munsee Community Celebrate Unveiling of Dual Language Highway Signs
The unveiling marks a historic achievement and culminating effort of the Dual-Language Sign Program, which was established and launched by Gov. Evers and the Evers Administration in 2021.
UK Government Funds Major Expansion of Specialist Interpreters for the Deafblind Community
The collaboration between agencies and industry bodies underpins the government’s effort to expand interpreter availability and strengthen long‑term access for Deafblind people in the UK.
Eclipse Scheduling Completes SOC 2 Type II Examination
The exam completion helps confirm that the platform's security and confidentiality controls have operated effectively over time; an important assurance for organizations coordinating services with highly sensitive information.
South Dakota’s New Interpreter Law Reshapes State Proceedings for Lakota Speakers
As state agencies prepare for the law’s July implementation, the uranium case has become an early test of how South Dakota will meet its new obligations to ensure adequate language accessibility.
California Department of Pesticide Regulation Makes Language Services Permanent for County Agricultural Commissioners
The program offers CAC offices across all 58 California counties no-cost access to a 24/7 interpretation call line and document translation services covering more than 100 languages.
USCCR Releases Report on Language Access for Individuals With Limited English Proficiency
The final report includes formal findings and recommendations designed to inform federal policy and strengthen enforcement of civil rights protections for LEP individuals.