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AI Summary: This is a policy document - specifically an Executive Order designating English as the official language of the United States. This regulation establishes English as the official language of the United States through an executive order signed by the President. The order revokes a previous executive order (13166) related to services for people with limited English proficiency and declares that English will be the sole official language while maintaining that agencies are not required to stop producing documents or services in other languages. The order emphasizes that designating English as the official language will promote national unity, create a shared culture, ensure consistency in government operations, and provide a pathway to civic engagement. The document includes specific definitions of terms like "agency" and "agency head" and includes provisions that the order should be implemented consistent with applicable law and does not create new legal rights. The order explicitly states that it does not require agencies to change their existing services or stop producing materials in languages other than English, and agency heads retain discretion in providing government services.