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DOJ Resolves Denver Police Matter, Launches New Law Enforcement Language Access Initiative

DOJ resolved a language access investigation of the Denver Police Department and launched a new Law Enforcement Language Access Initiative.
Press Release Translated into 14 Languages

DOJ Settlement with School to Protect the Rights of English Learner Students

Justice Department Secures Settlement with San Bernardino City School District to Protect the Rights of English Learner Students
DOJ Press Release with Agreement

What Languages Do We Speak in the United States?

The U.S. Census Bureau found that Nearly 68 Million People Spoke a Language Other Than English at Home in 2019.
Stories Behind the Numbers

Attorney General Memo to Agencies: Strengthen Access for People with LEP

The Attorney General issued a memorandum to all federal agencies to strengthen the federal government's commitment to language access.
Press Release in Seven Languages

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Providing Meaningful Access to Limited English Proficient Individuals

Breaking Down the Barriers: Translating Limited English Proficiency Policy into Practice (English).  Also available in Chinese | Korean | Spanish | Vietnamese. 

Overcoming Language Barriers: Creating Language Access Policies, Plans and Procedures

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