New York State Language Access Directory

There are millions of New Yorkers who do not speak English as their primary language and have limited ability to read, speak, write, or understand English (also called limited English proficiency or LEP). To make sure all New Yorkers can access government services and benefits — no matter how well you communicate in English — Governor Kathy Hochul expanded and signed New York State’s language access policy into law in April 2022. 

Under the language access law, all New York State agencies that provide services or benefits to the public must designate a Language Access Coordinator and post their Language Access Plan. For more information about the language access law requirements, visit the Your Language Access Rights in New York State webpage.

Find key information about state agencies providing language access in the directory below, including their latest Language Access Plan, updated Language Access Coordinator contact information and translated documents webpage, if available.