The bill aims to enhance language accessibility in public programs, activities, and services provided by state agencies in Washington. It recognizes the historical significance of multilingualism in the state and emphasizes the importance of language access for economic prosperity and public safety. The legislation affirms existing protections against discrimination based on language and mandates that all Washingtonians, regardless of their linguistic background, have equal access to public services. It also highlights the need for effective communication in various modalities, including oral, written, and signed languages, to ensure that non-English language preferred individuals can fully participate in state programs.

To implement these goals, the bill establishes a framework for the development of uniform guidelines by the Office of Equity, which will be responsible for ensuring consistent delivery of language accessible services by December 1, 2027. The guidelines will be created in consultation with various stakeholders and will address the need for qualified interpreters and translators, particularly for languages of lesser diffusion. State agencies are required to adhere to these guidelines by December 1, 2029, and the provisions of the bill are designed to complement existing laws related to discrimination without creating new rights or remedies.