Language Access Board Act of 2026

This bill would create a 32-member federal Language Access Board, with 16 members appointed by the President from outside government and 16 heads of federal departments and agencies. Federal agencies would have to make their public-facing materials, such as forms, notices, websites, and hotlines, accessible to people with limited English proficiency in a way comparable to English speakers, unless doing so would be an undue burden. The Board would write standards, study barriers, review agency waiver requests, investigate complaints, and work with agencies on corrective action plans. Many Board actions, including standards, compliance orders, and lawsuits, would first need approval from the Director of the Office of Management and Budget.

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Sponsors

• Judy Chu Democrat sponsor
• 13 cosponsors