Number of Non-English Speaking Households Continues to Rise in the United States
The October 2023 US Census data release shows an increase in the number of non-English speaking households across all languages as linguists’ roles shift.
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US Federal Agencies and Departments Revamp Language Access Plans
The US Departments of Labor, Justice are just two of the 18 federal bodies to update their plans and policies to better support people with limited English proficiency.
Proposed SPEAK Act on Telehealth Access Seeks Input from Language Industry
The Supporting Patient Education and Knowledge (SPEAK) Act, introduced in October 2023, would create a task force to address barriers facing patients with limited English proficiency.
Translation Costs Prevent Inclusive Participation in Clinical Studies, US Research Finds
UCLA researchers examined consent document translation data, concluding that high translation costs hinder participation in clinical studies by underrepresented groups.
US Department of Health and Human Services Releases First Language Access Report
Inter-agency complaint, executive order prompt HHS to reexamine services for people with limited English proficiency, revive inactive Language Access Steering Committee.
US Criminal Justice Agencies’ Language Access Programs Fall Short of Requirements
University of California, Irvine finds only 40% of orgs track data on language service usage; less than half have a Language Access Coordinator. Limited budgets cited as hurdle.
US Immigration Departments Gauge Interest in 54,000 Hours Language Work Annually
The Department of Homeland Security prepares to open RFP for translation, interpreting, and transcription in almost 300 languages for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
A Language Justice Framework Is Essential for Equitable Healthcare, Research Finds
Research by University of Minnesota and the HealthPartners Institute reveals language access disparities negatively impact health outcomes for non-English speakers.
Oregon Senate Declines to Vote on Controversial Healthcare Interpreting Bill SB 584
An Oregon Task Force comprising representatives from language service providers including LanguageLine, Boostlingo, and AMN successfully advocated against the bill.
US DoJ Resolves Language Access Complaint with Louisiana Supreme Court
US Department of Justice works with Louisiana’s Supreme Court to solve lack of access to language services for court users of limited English proficiency.
Colorado Translator (and State Representative) Wants Insurers To Translate Policies
HB 23-1004, introduced by translator and Representative Elizabeth Velasco, goes to vote January 25, 2023; would cover personal or commercial policies for cars, homes.
Language Access Key to Equitable Telehealth for Marginalized Communities
Covid-19 accelerated healthcare’s digital transformation, but left behind patients with limited English proficiency; how new tech should include language support from the start.
New York Awards Five-Year, Language Services Contracts to 33 LSPs
New York selects 33 language companies of various sizes and business categories for a five-year contract; 18 are local to the state.
Here’s Why Some LEP Patients in the UK Do Not Use Interpreting Services — Study
Researchers from the University of Surrey uncovered more than 10 barriers to the uptake of interpreting services among certain LEP groups living in the UK.
US Attorney General Urges Federal Agencies to Improve Language Access Rights
US Attorney General Merrick B. Garland issues an emphatic call to action for federal agencies to review and improve language access practices and policies.
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