Language Access Board Act of 2026
This bill establishes a new federal entity called the Language Access Board to ensure individuals with limited English proficiency can access government programs and services. The Board will be composed of 32 members, including public appointees and heads of federal agencies, who will develop standards for public-facing resources like websites and forms. Federal departments must comply with these accessibility standards, and the Board has the authority to investigate complaints and issue orders of compliance. Additionally, the Board will review existing language access laws and submit regular reports to Congress on progress and enforcement actions.
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Introduction
Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 30, 2026
Last action Apr 30, 2026
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Apr 30, 2026
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Apr 30, 2026
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 13 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Judy Chu
DDemocratic
Co
Al Green
DDemocratic
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Daniel S. Goldman
DDemocratic
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Darren Soto
DDemocratic
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
Co
Frederica S. Wilson
DDemocratic
Co
Grace Meng
DDemocratic
Co
J. Luis Correa
DDemocratic
Co
Jimmy Gomez
DDemocratic
Co
Juan Vargas
DDemocratic
Co
Lateefah Simon
DDemocratic
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