White House Accountability for Language Diversity Act

Bill 117 hr 5182, also known as the White House Accountability for Language Diversity Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to promote and support language diversity within the White House and other federal agencies.

The bill requires the White House to establish a Language Diversity Office, which will be responsible for developing and implementing policies to ensure that all federal agencies are able to effectively communicate with individuals who speak languages other than English. This office will also be tasked with promoting the hiring and retention of bilingual staff members within the federal government.

Additionally, the bill requires the White House to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the language needs of federal agencies and to develop a plan to address any gaps in language services. This plan must be submitted to Congress within one year of the bill's enactment. Overall, the White House Accountability for Language Diversity Act aims to improve communication and access to government services for individuals who speak languages other than English. By promoting language diversity within the federal government, this bill seeks to ensure that all individuals are able to fully participate in and benefit from government programs and services.