Language Access for All Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Jan 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
This bill, the Language Access for All Act of 2026, aims to improve access to federal services for individuals with limited English proficiency. It would require federal agencies to ensure these individuals can "meaningfully access" programs and activities. This includes translating vital documents into frequently encountered and dominant languages, and adding multilingual features to digital systems. Agencies would also need to provide oral interpretation services and could use qualified bilingual staff as an alternative to professional interpreters.
The bill affects individuals with limited English proficiency by ensuring they receive federal services and information in their preferred language. It also impacts federal agencies by requiring them to develop language access plans, establish technical standards, and train employees. The Attorney General would oversee a system for public complaints about language access barriers.
H.R. 7223 was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 22, 2026, and was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a newly introduced bill, it has not yet been debated or voted on by the committee or the full House.
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Timeline
22 Jan 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 7223 do?
- This bill, the Language Access for All Act of 2026, aims to improve access to federal services for individuals with limited English proficiency. It would require federal agencies to ensure these individuals can "meaningfully access" programs and activities. This includes translating vital documents into frequently encountered and dominant languages, and adding multilingual features to digital systems. Agencies would also need to provide oral interpretation services and could use qualified bilingual staff as an alternative to professional interpreters. The bill affects individuals with limited English proficiency by ensuring they receive federal services and information in their preferred language. It also impacts federal agencies by requiring them to develop language access plans, establish technical standards, and train employees. The Attorney General would oversee a system for public complaints about language access barriers. H.R. 7223 was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 22, 2026, and was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a newly introduced bill, it has not yet been debated or voted on by the committee or the full House.
- Has H.R. 7223 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 7223. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 7223?
- H.R. 7223 was sponsored by Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6] (D-NY), with 33 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 7223?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (22 Jan 2026).
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