Executive Order 14224: Designating English as the Official Language of the United States

What the order contains

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• Sec. 1. Purpose and Policy
• Sec. 2. Definitions
• Sec. 3. Designating an Official Language for the United States
• Sec. 4. General Provisions

Section 1, quoted from the order

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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. […]

Federal Register notes

Revokes: EO 13166, August 11, 2000 See: EO 14286, April 28, 2025