Rural U.S. faces communication gaps with non-English speakers, risking health and civil rights.

Rural areas in the U.S. struggle to communicate with non-English speaking residents, especially in Nevada, where new language-access laws exclude smaller counties. This gap affects healthcare and government services, violating civil rights and posing health and safety risks. The issue is compounded by limited resources and varying standards across agencies, highlighting the need for broader language-access support in rural communities.

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