Bill Proposed in U.S. Congress to Create Federal Language Access Board
Throughout 2025 and early 2026, a flurry of language access legislation has been proposed in the U.S. after President Trump enacted Executive Order (EO)…
Missouri House of Representatives Backs Bill Linking Struggling Families with Local Resources
A bill intended to connect Missourians in need with community resources has passed the Missouri House of Representatives, setting up a final vote in…
ATA Advocacy Hard at Work: Update on Wisconsin Assembly Bill 377
The interpreting community sent a clear message that they can make a difference and effect a change, but the fight is not over. In…
Newsbriefs: May 26, 2026
ATA members keep current with this monthly e-newsletter, providing media coverage relating to their profession from around the world.
Coming Soon: ATA Microcredential Series
ATA is excited to announce the new ATA Microcredential, your tool for professional development and educational prowess! ATA Microcredentials are structured, research-based learning pathways…
Introducing the ATA Learning Hub!
Created by ATA’s leadership and experienced professionals, the ATA Learning Hub will offer relevant, high-quality education that gives professionals the tools they need to…
Member News
This space is dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments of our members! Past ATA President David Rumsey has published Mindful Meetings: Transforming Chaotic Conversations into…
Texas Court Interpreter Detained by ICE at Airport Says She’s Been ‘Humiliated and Treated Like a Criminal’
Meenu Batra, a longtime Texas court interpreter being held in a federal detention facility after being detained by federal immigration officers, called the experience…
U.S. Department of Education Dissolving Federal Office Serving English Learners
The U.S. Department of Education plans to dissolve the office that supports the country’s five million English learners. The move comes as the Trump…
Northern Ireland to Offer Free Sign Language Classes for Deaf Children
Northern Ireland will become the first part of the U.K. to provide free sign language classes to all Deaf children and their families through…
Washington State Passes Law to Promote Consistent Language Access
In a win for local language access efforts in the U.S., Washington State passed SHB 2475, a bill aimed at standardizing language access guidelines…
Breaking News: Texas Interpreter Meenu Batra Released from ICE Custody
We’re breathing a collective sigh of relief. Meenu Batra, who was being held at a facility after being detained by federal immigration officers in…