Designating English as the Official Language of the United States

Executive Order 14224 of March 1, 2025

Designating English as the Official Language of
the United States

By the authority vested in me as President by the
Constitution and the laws of the United States of
America, it is hereby ordered:

Section 1. Purpose and Policy. From the founding of our
Republic, English has been used as our national
language. Our Nation's historic governing documents,
including the Declaration of Independence and the
Constitution, have all been written in English. It is
therefore long past time that English is declared as
the official language of the United States. A
nationally designated language is at the core of a
unified and cohesive society, and the United States is
strengthened by a citizenry that can freely exchange
ideas in one shared language.

In welcoming new Americans, a policy of encouraging the
learning and adoption of our national language will
make the United States a shared home and empower new
citizens to achieve the American dream. Speaking
English not only opens doors economically, but it helps
newcomers engage in their communities, participate in
national traditions, and give back to our society. This
order recognizes and celebrates the long tradition of
multilingual American citizens who have learned English
and passed it to their children for generations to
come.

To promote unity, cultivate a shared American culture
for all citizens, ensure consistency in government
operations, and create a pathway to civic engagement,
it is in America's best interest for the Federal
Government to designate one--and only one--official
language. Establishing English as the official language
will not only streamline communication but also
reinforce shared national values, and create a more
cohesive and efficient society.

Accordingly, this order designates English as the
official language of the United States.

Sec. 2. Definitions. For purposes of this order:

    (a) “Agency” has the meaning given to it in
section 3502 of title 44, United States Code, except
that such term does not include the Executive Office of
the President or any components thereof.
    (b) “Agency Head” means the highest-ranking
official of an agency, such as the Secretary,
Administrator, Chairman, or Director, unless otherwise
specified in this order.

Sec. 3. Designating an Official Language for the United
States. (a) English is the official language of the
United States.

    (b) Executive Order 13166 of August 11, 2000
(Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited
English Proficiency), is hereby revoked; nothing in
this order, however, requires or directs any change in
the services provided by any agency. Agency heads
should make decisions as they deem necessary to fulfill
their respective agencies' mission and efficiently
provide Government services to the American people.
Agency heads are not required to amend, remove, or
otherwise stop production of documents, products, or
other services prepared or offered in languages other
than English.
    (c) The Attorney General shall rescind any policy
guidance documents issued pursuant to Executive Order
13166 and provide updated guidance, consistent with
applicable law.

Sec. 4. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order
shall be construed to impair or otherwise affect:

(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or

(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.

    (b) This order shall be implemented consistent with
applicable law and subject to the availability of
appropriations.
    (c) This order is not intended to, and does not,
create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural,
enforceable at law or in equity by any party against
the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any
other person.

    (Presidential Sig.)

THE WHITE HOUSE,

    March 1, 2025.