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OK HB3826
OK HB3826Translation and interpretation services; Equal Language Access to State Services Act; definitions; procedures; report; effective date.
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Introduced
02/05/2024
02/05/2024
In Committee
02/06/2024
02/06/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024
05/31/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to translation and interpretation services; enacting the Equal Language Access to State Services Act; defining terms; prescribing requirements for state government entities related to translation services; prescribing reasonable steps; prohibiting imposition of charges; requiring submission of report; prescribing content of report; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill enacts the "Equal Language Access to State Services Act" in Oklahoma. It requires state government entities (referred to as "covered entities") to take reasonable steps to provide equal language access to public services for individuals with limited English proficiency. This includes providing oral language services, translating vital documents into languages spoken by at least 3% of the population or 500 individuals served by a local office, and designating a language access liaison. The bill prohibits covered entities from charging for these language services and requires them to submit a report every two years to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce on their implementation of equal language access. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations and Budget Natural Resources Subcommittee (on 02/06/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3826&Session=2400 |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2023-24%20INT/hB/HB3826%20INT.PDF |
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