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Introduced
06/16/2022
06/16/2022
In Committee
06/16/2022
06/16/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to language access and inclusion, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2929).
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve language access and inclusion in Massachusetts. It requires state agencies to provide timely and culturally competent oral interpretation services and translate vital documents into common languages. Agencies must also develop language access plans, designate language access coordinators, and hire qualified bilingual or multilingual staff. The bill establishes a Language Access Advisory Board to provide oversight and technical assistance, and allows individuals to file civil actions for lack of language access. It provides an implementation schedule for different state agencies to fully comply with the new requirements.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (19)
Michael Brady (D),
Nick Collins (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Brendan Crighton (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Pat Jehlen (D),
John Keenan (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Joe McGonagle (D),
Christina Minicucci (D),
Susan Moran (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Maria Robinson (D),
Walter Timilty (D),
Erika Uyterhoeven (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight (J)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 06/16/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2929 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2929.pdf |
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