R.I. ACLU v. Rhode Island Department of Human Services

RIGHTS OF IMMIGRANTS. (2007-ongoing)

This is a formal administrative complaint filed with the Office of Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, claiming that DHS has failed to provide adequate interpreter services to clients with limited English proficiency. An investigation is proceeding.

Documents:

Federal Civil Rights Complaint

News Releases:

November 28, 2007 -- ACLU Says State Layoffs Of Interpreters May Violate Agreement With Federal Government

December 17, 2007 -- ACLU Files Civil Rights Complaint Against DHS For Lack of Adequate Interpreter Services, Violation of Consent Agreement