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    Language Access Management Program

    Pennsylvania government works best when everyone can get important information from Commonwealth agencies in a language they understand. The Language Access Management Program (LAMP) empowers state agencies to deliver high quality language access services to Pennsylvanians by building and sharing capacity, tools, and best practices.

    Why It Matters

    LAMP helps:

    • Connect people to Commonwealth job opportunities, critical information on public safety, and other vital government services
    • Support small businesses and entrepreneurs by making it easier for them to get government information and services they need
    • Build stronger communities by making government information accessible to all 

    What We Do

    LAMP helps state agencies make sure Pennsylvanians can:

    • Get key information in multiple languages
    • Find translated materials in their communities and on state websites
    • Receive effective services from staff trained to work with high-quality, professional language services

    How We’re Taking Action

    We are:

    • Supporting Commonwealth service providers in offering access to language resources to translate materials like brochures, flyers, and website content 
    • Training staff across agencies
    • Leveraging emerging technology responsibly to improve translation speed and accuracy 

    In the News

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    Real Estate Exams Now in Spanish

    Pennsylvanians can now take the real estate license exam in Spanish.

    Read about real estate exams in Spanish

    Help with Property Tax/Rent Rebates Now in 7 Languages

    The rebate program now offers materials in seven languages, making it easier for more Pennsylvanians to apply.

    Read about rebate program language access

    New Spanish Guide to State Parks and Outdoor Activities

    A new Spanish guide makes it easier to explore state parks. It covers lodging, activities, and includes a state map.

    Read about the Spanish recreation guide

    New Online Tools for Family History, Language Learning, and More

    The Department of Education added new tools to POWER Library, including a genealogy database and language learning platform—part of 25+ free online resources.

    Read about new POWER Library tools

    Share Your Thoughts

    Share your thoughts about language access in government, including ideas for increasing language access, using this form.

    Submit a form

    Provide Language Services

    Are you a Language Services Provider? Learn how to enroll as a vendor for Pennsylvania.

    Apply to Provide Language Services

    Language Services for Municipal Government and Non-Profits

    Are you a local government entity hoping to provide language services? You may be eligible for our cooperative purchasing program, COSTARS.

    Learn more about COSTARS