Bill > A05878

This bill amends the education law to require that organizations administering the social worker licensing examination provide reasonable accommodations for applicants who do not have English as their primary language and for whom a test in their primary language is not available. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 7704 of the education law to mandate that any department-permitted examination organization must allow such accommodations when administering the licensing test. This change aims to make the licensure process more accessible and equitable for social worker candidates who may face language barriers during the examination. The accommodation requirement recognizes that language differences should not unfairly prevent qualified individuals from obtaining their professional social work license. The bill will take effect immediately upon enactment, ensuring prompt implementation of these new examination accommodation guidelines.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5878