EO 14224
Designating English as the Official Language of the United States
Government ReformImmigration
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Summary
This executive order designates English as the official language of the United States. It revokes Executive Order 13166, which required federal agencies to provide services and documents in languages other than English for people with limited English proficiency, though agencies retain discretion in providing multilingual services based on their mission needs.
Key Points
- 1English is formally designated as the official language of the United States
- 2Executive Order 13166 (issued in 2000, which addressed language access for limited English proficiency populations) is revoked
- 3Federal agencies are not required to eliminate multilingual documents or services, but have discretion to decide what services to provide
- 4The Attorney General must rescind policy guidance documents issued under the previous order and provide updated guidance consistent with applicable law
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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