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This bill, known as the Language Access in Transit Act, aims to improve language services for people with limited English proficiency in transportation systems that receive federal financial assistance. Specifically, the bill amends Section 5332 of Title 49 of the United States Code to require the Secretary of Transportation to take proactive steps ensuring that transit agencies receiving federal funding provide meaningful language access to services for individuals who are not fluent in English. The term "meaningful language access" suggests that transit agencies must offer communication and service support, such as translated materials, interpreters, or multilingual signage, to help limited English proficient (LEP) individuals effectively navigate and use transportation services. By adding this requirement, the bill seeks to reduce language barriers and promote equal access to public transportation for diverse communities across the United States. The amendment also updates enforcement provisions to include this new language access requirement, allowing the Secretary of Transportation to ensure compliance among federally funded transit systems.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3728/all-info