DHS Makes English the Official Language of Federal Money
Published Date: 7/14/2026
Notice
Summary
Starting July 14, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security is canceling its old rules that helped people who don’t speak English well get fair treatment when receiving federal money. This change affects anyone getting federal financial help and means English is now the official language for these programs. No new money changes, but everyone should know the new language rules are in effect.
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DHS Cancels 2011 LEP Guidance
Starting July 14, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security is rescinding its 2011 guidance titled "Guidance to Federal Financial Assistance Recipients Regarding Title VI Prohibition Against National Origin Discrimination Affecting Limited English Proficient Persons." The rescission is being done consistent with Executive Order 14224 (Designating English as the Official Language) and the Attorney General memorandum of July 14, 2025.
Title VI and Rehab Act Obligations Continue
Even after the rescission, all recipients of DHS financial assistance must continue to follow Title VI, applicable Title VI regulations, federal civil rights laws, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Recipients may still need to provide qualified sign language interpreters for individuals who are deaf, and language assistance services "may be required under certain circumstances."
DHS Will Issue Updated Language Guidance
The Department of Homeland Security anticipates issuing updated language access guidance that is "consistent with law" and with Executive Order 14224 and the Attorney General memorandum. The notice signals forthcoming guidance revisions following the July 14, 2025 Attorney General Memo.
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