Tag: Limited English Proficiency (LEP)
Reps. Chu, Meng, Vargas, and Sen. Padilla Introduce Language Access Board Act
The Language Access Board Act of 2026 will help ensure that all Americans have access to the services and resources their tax dollars pay for, without barriers based on English proficiency.
USCCR Approves Report on Language Access for Individuals with Limited English Proficiency
The Commission’s final report will include formal findings and recommendations designed to inform federal policy and strengthen enforcement of civil rights protections for LEP individuals.
New Report From Boostlingo Explores How Schools Can Close Interpreting Gaps
Boostlingo published the Educational Interpreting Report 2025, a 36-page study exploring how schools meet language access needs amid shrinking budgets, shifting federal expectations, and evolving AI technology.
From Vendors to Guardians
Executive Order 14224, signed in March 2025, declared English as the official language of United States federal agencies. The author calls for language service providers to publicly oppose the order and to become fierce advocates for language access policies and standards.
Bracing for Impact
On March 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order declaring English the official language of the United States. The author reflects the degree to which the executive order will reshape language access in the United States and how these changes might affect language service providers.
Why Linguists Should Know About Language Access Policies
Deema Jaradat provides an overview of language access laws in the United States and argues that knowledge of these policies can help linguists improve not only their own employment opportunities, but also outcomes for their clients and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) individuals across the country.
US House Passes SPEAK Act to Enhance Language Access in Telehealth
Introduced by Rep. Michelle Steel (R-CA), the bill is designed to improve access to telehealth services for individuals with limited English proficiency by standardizing best practices for integrating language services into virtual healthcare platforms.
From Isolation to Inclusion, Language Services Promote Equal Education
We here at Interpreters Unlimited urge schools to prioritize language interpretation and document translation services to ensure that every student receives the education they deserve.
Enabling the American Journey
Language access is a long-term investment that is more affordable and attainable than we might think. Deema Jaradat presents timely, cost-effective solutions for extending language access to ensure that every individual — regardless of their English proficiency — can navigate essential aspects of their American journey.