Jun
26
5:30pm
Understanding Current Administration Policy Shifts in Language Access
By Jeenie Interpreting
What recent language access legislation means for healthcare providers
The legal landscape around language access has shifted in just a few short months—and more changes are coming fast. From new federal regulations to state-level actions and funding changes, healthcare providers face a growing compliance burden—and real-world impacts, especially for patients with Non-English Preferred (NEP) patients .
Join us for a 35-minute rapid-fire briefing (plus 10 minutes of Q&A) with Dr. Bill Rivers, one of the nation’s foremost experts on language policy. He’ll unpack what’s happening right now, what’s on the horizon, and how it affects your organization’s obligations, risk exposure, and ability to serve NEP populations—including those covered by Medicaid.
What you’ll learn:
- Key changes to federal language access policy already in effect—and those still in the pipeline
- Where legal exposure is growing for healthcare providers
- How Medicaid cuts and state-level shifts will hit LEP patients hardest
- What to watch, what to prep for, and how to stay in compliance
without scrambling
Why it’s worth your time:
This is your chance to hear from Dr. Bill Rivers, a national language policy and compliance leader with over 30 years of experience advising Congress, federal agencies, and state coalitions. He brings sharp insight, real-world context, and no fluff—just what you need to navigate what’s next.
About Dr. Bill Rivers:
Principal, WP Rivers & Associates
Dr. Bill Rivers is a nationally recognized expert in language access policy, with more than 30 years of experience in langu
age for economic development, education, and national security. He previously served as Executive Director of the Joint National Committee for Languages – National Council for Languages and International Studies (JNCL-NCLIS), and has advised Congress, federal agencies, and advocacy coalitions on language policy and compliance.
His background spans linguistics, program evaluation, and advanced technologies for language and culture training. He holds a PhD in Russian, has taught language policy and linguistics at the university level, and continues to consult on issues impacting providers, educators, and LEP communities across the U.S.
Moderated by:
Dr. Richard Brecht
Dr. Richard Brecht is a Jeenie Co-Founder and Board Member. He's also a nationally recognized expert in language policy, research, and education. A Harvard-trained linguist and Professor Emeritus at the University of Maryland, he has founded and led several major language organizations, advised U.S. policymakers, and authored influential work on language acquisition, national strategy, and multilingualism in education and the workforce.
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