My agency is covered by a state/local “English only” law. Does it still have to comply with Title VI?
Yes. State and local laws may provide additional obligations to serve LEP individuals, but cannot compel recipients of federal financial assistance to violate Title VI. Entities in States and localities with “English-only” laws are not required to accept federal funding, but once such funding is accepted, that agency must be in full compliance with Title VI. I understand that Title VI requires all federal agencies and any state or local entity that receives any amount of federal financial assistance to fulfill the obligations of Title VI. What factors should my agency consider when determining what constitutes reasonable steps that the agency must take to ensure meaningful access to LEP individuals? Agencies should consider the following four factors in providing meaningful access to LEP individuals: 1. The number or proportion of LEP persons in the eligible service population; 2. The frequency with which LEP individuals come into contact with the program; 3. The importance of the bene
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