Bill > A02532

This bill amends the election law to require election boards to provide language-specific translators at polling places in districts where at least 15% of voting-age citizens speak the same non-English language at home, based on the most recent U.S. Census data. The provision applies both to newly created election districts and existing ones, mandating that the board of elections assign at least one poll worker who speaks the specific language when the 15% threshold is met. Additionally, upon a voter's request, the assigned translator must provide translation services in the language that triggered their assignment. This legislation aims to improve language accessibility and voting assistance for citizens with limited English proficiency, potentially making the voting process more inclusive and understandable for non-English speaking communities.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2532