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Executive Order 14224Executive Order
Designating English as the Official Language of the United States
Donald J. Trump
Signed: Mar 1, 2025
Published: Mar 6, 2025
Civil Rights & Justice
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview
This executive order designates English as the official language of the United States, citing historical precedent and the benefits of linguistic unity for national cohesion, economic opportunity, and civic engagement. It revokes Executive Order 13166 (which required federal agencies to provide language access services for people with limited English proficiency) but does not mandate immediate changes to existing multilingual services—agency heads retain discretion to continue non-English materials if deemed necessary for their missions.
Key Points
- 1Official Language Designation**: Declares English the official language of the United States to promote unity, streamline government operations, and reinforce shared national values.
- 2Revocation of Previous Order**: Repeals Executive Order 13166, which had required federal agencies to improve access for individuals with limited English proficiency.
- 3Agency Discretion**: Allows agency heads to decide whether to maintain, amend, or discontinue non-English services based on mission needs and efficiency.
- 4Guidance Update**: Directs the Attorney General to rescind policy guidance issued under the revoked order and provide new guidance consistent with applicable law.
- 5Limited Enforcement**: Specifies that the order creates no legally enforceable rights or benefits for any party against the U.S. government.
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